Nissan Murano: Transmission & Driveline / Rear Axle :: Periodic Maintenance
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts. Reference — Disassembly and Assembly — Exploded View — NVH Troubleshooting Chart NVH Troubleshooting Chart NVH Troubleshooting Chart Inspection NVH Troubleshooting Chart NVH Troubleshooting Chart Inspection NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS Excessive joint angle Joint sliding resistance Imbalance Improper installation, looseness Parts interference PROPELLER SHAFT (AWD) DIFFERENTIAL (AWD) REAR SUSPENSION REAR AXLE TIRE WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT (AWD) BRAKE
Symptom
DRIVE SHAFT
Noise
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Shake
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REAR AXLE
Noise
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Shake
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Vibration
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Shimmy
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Shudder
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Poor quality ride or handling
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Inspect Rear 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
Check wheel hub bearing axial end play...
Other information:
Exploded View
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Front wiper drive
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Front wiper motor
Grease
Removal and Installation
REMOVALRemove the front drive assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation.
Remove bolts and the front wiper motor.INSTALLATIONInstallation is in the reverse order of removal...
Special Service Tool
The actual shape of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.
Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name Description
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(J-39570)
Chassis Ear
Locating the noise
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(J-50397)
Squeak and Rattle Kit
Repairing the cause of noise
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(J-46534)
Trim Tool Set
Removing trim components
Commercial Service Tool
(TechMate No...