NVH Troubleshooting Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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Reference |
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Disassembly and Assembly (LH) , Disassembly and Assembly (RH) |
Removal and Installation (LH) , Removal and Installation (RH) |
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS |
Excessive joint angle |
Joint sliding resistance |
Imbalance |
Improper installation, looseness |
Parts interference |
Wheel bearing damage |
FRONT SUSPENSION |
FRONT AXLE |
TIRE |
WHEEL |
DRIVE SHAFT |
BRAKES |
STEERING |
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Symptom |
DRIVE SHAFT |
Noise |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Shake |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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FRONT AXLE |
Noise |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Shake |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Vibration |
X |
X |
x |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Shimmy |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Shudder |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Poor quality ride or handling |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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X: Applicable