NVH Troubleshooting Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
REAR 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 |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Drive Shaft |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
REAR 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 |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Drive Shaft |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
REAR 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 |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Drive Shaft |
| Steering |
REAR 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 |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
REAR SUSPENSION - SHUDDER SYMPTOM TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS |
|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness |
| Shock Absorber Deformation, Damage or Deflection |
| Bushing or Mounting Deterioration |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |
| Brakes |
| Steering |
REAR 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 |
| Front Axle |
| Front Suspension |
| Tires |
| Road Wheel |