Nissan Murano: Transmission & Driveline / Front Axle :: Periodic Maintenance
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts. Reference — Inspection — Exploded View — Inspection NVH Troubleshooting Chart Inspection NVH Troubleshooting Chart NVH Troubleshooting Chart Inspection NVH Troubleshooting Chart NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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 BRAKE STEERING
Symptom
DRIVE SHAFT
Noise
×
×
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×
×
×
×
×
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Shake
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×
×
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×
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×
FRONT AXLE
Noise
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-
-
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
Shake
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×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
×
Vibration
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-
-
×
×
×
×
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×
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×
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×
Shimmy
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×
×
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×
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×
×
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×
×
Shudder
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-
-
×
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×
-
×
×
-
×
×
Poor quality ride or handling
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-
-
×
×
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×
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×
×
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Inspect Front Axle for cracks or damage...
On-vehicle Service
Check axle and suspension parts for excessive play, wear or damage.
Move the wheel as shown to check for excessive play.
Inspection
Move the wheel hub and bearing in an axial direction by hand to verify that looseness of wheel hub and bearing exists...
Other information:
DTC Description
DTC DETECTION LOGICEngine coolant temperature has not risen enough to open the thermostat even though the engine has run long enough.This is due to a leak in the seal or the thermostat being stuck open.The engine coolant temperature does not reach to specified temperature even though the engine has run long enough...
Exploded View
1.
Rear shock absorber
2.
Rear suspension member
3.
Front lower link
4.
Rear suspension link protector
5.
Rear knuckle
Pawl
Front
Removal and Installation
REMOVALRemove the front under cover...