NVH Troubleshooting Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the following chart to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
FRONT SUSPENSION - NOISE SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Parts Interference |
| Spring Fatigue |
| Suspension Looseness |
| Drive Shaft |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
FRONT SUSPENSION - SHAKE SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Parts Interference |
| Suspension Looseness |
| Drive Shaft |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
FRONT SUSPENSION - VIBRATION SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Parts Interference |
| Spring Fatigue |
| Drive Shaft |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Steering |
FRONT SUSPENSION - SHIMMY SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Parts Interference |
| Incorrect Wheel Alignment |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
FRONT SUSPENSION - SHUDDER SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
FRONT SUSPENSION - POOR QUALITY RIDE OR HANDLING SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Parts Interference |
| Spring Fatigue |
| Incorrect Wheel Alignment |
| Stabilizer Bar Fatigue |
| Axle |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |