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Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Troubleshooting
=NLAX0004NVH TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTNLAX0004S01Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Reference page—
AX-14
—
AX-5, 23
—
AX-3, 22
—
—
SU-4
SU-4
SU-4
BR-6
ST-5
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
Wheel bearing damage
DRIVE SHAFT
AXLE
SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomDRIVE SHAFTNoise, Vibration× × × ×××× ×
Shake× × × ×××× ×
AXLENoise×× × ×××× ×
Shake×× × ×××× ×
Vibration×× × ×× ×
Shimmy×× ×××× ×
Judder× ×××× ×
Poor quality ride or
handling××× ×××
×: Applicable
SMA525A
On-vehicle Service
FRONT AXLE PARTSNLAX0005Check front axle and front suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
+Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
+Make sure that cotter pin is inserted.
+Retighten all axle and suspension nuts and bolts to the speci-
fied torque.
Tightening torque:
Refer to SU-4, “FRONT SUSPENSION”.
SFA805B
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGNLAX0006+Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly.
+Check axial end play.
Axial end play:
0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
If out of specification or wheel bearing does not turn smoothly,
replace wheel bearing assembly.
Refer to “Wheel Hub and Knuckle”, “FRONT AXLE”, AX-5.
FRONT AXLE
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshooting
AX-3 

NLBR0005
NVH Troubleshooting ChartNLBR0005S01Use the table below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Reference page
BR-24, 28
BR-24, 28
BR-24, 28
—
—
BR-26, 32
—
—
—
BR-26, 32
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA, RA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in ST section
SUSPECTED PARTS
(Possible cause)
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
DRIVE SHAFT
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
STEERING
Symptom BRAKENoise X X XXXXXX
Shake XXXXXX
Shimmy, Jud-
derXXXXXXX XXXX
X: Applicable
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
BR-6 

N
NATS (Nissan Anti-theft System)
precautions ................................................... GI-3
NATS (Nissan Anti-theft System) ............ EL-334
NATS - Wiring diagram ............................ EL-338
NVH troubleshooting (AX) ........................... AX-3
NVH troubleshooting (BR) .......................... BR-6
NVH troubleshooting (MT) .......................... MT-9
NVH troubleshooting (ST) ........................... ST-5
NVH troubleshooting (SU) ........................ SU-17
NVH troubleshooting CL ............................. CL-4
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobiliser sys-
tem) precautions ....................................... GI-3
Neutral position switch . EC-402, 490, 931, 1016
O
Oil pan (engine) ......................... EM-20, 91, 170
Oil pressure (engine) ...................... LC-5, 25, 44
Oil pump (engine) ........................... LC-5, 25, 44
Oil pump regulator valve (engine) .. LC-7, 27, 46
Oil seal replacement (engine) .......... EM-31, 105
On board diagnostic system ... EC-59, 583, 1096
Operating cylinder (clutch) ........................ CL-14
P
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) ....... EC-42,
576, 1082
PGC/V - Wiring diagram . EC-334, 460, 854, 988
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram ..... EC-404, 491, 933,
1017, 1297
POWER - Wiring diagram ................... EL-14, 24
PST/SW - Wiring diagram ............ EC-524, 1040
Park/Neutral position switch .. EC-402, 490, 931,
1016, 1297
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .............. AT-66
Park/neutral position switch (M/T) ............ MT-16
Parking brake control ................................ BR-40
Parking lamp .............................................. EL-87
Piston assembly ....................... EM-60, 142, 236
Piston pin inspection ................ EM-54, 134, 226
Piston ring inspection ............... EM-54, 135, 226
Piston to bore clearance .......... EM-56, 137, 228
Power antenna ........................................ EL-233
Power door lock ....................................... EL-257
Power door mirror .................................... EL-241
Power steering fluid level ............................ ST-7
Power steering gear .................................. ST-15
Power steering hydraulic pressure .............. ST-9
Power steering oil pressure switch ........ EC-523,
1039
Power steering oil pump ..................... ST-21, 22
Power steering system bleeding ................. ST-8
Power supply routing ................................... EL-9Power transistor ............................ EC-907, 1010
Power window ......................................... EL-245
Precautions (General) .................................. GI-4
Pressure plate - See Clutch cover ............ CL-22
Pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-52
Priming pump .............................. EC-1094,1111
Q
Quick-glow system ................................ EC-1267
R
RR02 - Wiring diagram .. EC-230, 240, 249, 258,
427, 755, 764, 773, 781, 957
RR02/H - Wiring diagram .............. EC-265, 434,
788, 964
Radiator fan - See Cooling fan ................. LC-37
Radiator ......................................... LC-17, 37, 58
Radio - See Audio ................................... EL-208
Rear air spoiler .......................................... BT-38
Rear axle (disc brake type) ....................... AX-23
Rear axle ................................................... AX-21
Rear bumper .............................................. BT-10
Rear combination lamp removal and
installation .............................................. BT-38
Rear disc brake .................................. BR-28, 36
Rear door ................................................... BT-13
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S)
heater .......................... EC-263, 433, 786, 963
Rear heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) ..... EC-227,
237, 246, 256, 426, 752, 761, 770, 779, 956
Rear seat belt ............................................. RS-7
Rear seat ................................................... BT-49
Rear suspension ....................................... SU-17
Rear window defogger ............................ EL-198
Rear window .............................................. BT-59
Refrigerant connection precaution .............. HA-3
Refrigerant general precaution ................... HA-2
Refrigerant lines ........................................ HA-98
Refrigeration cycle .................................... HA-12
Release bearing (clutch) ..................... CL-17, 20
Removal and installation (A/T) ................ AT-206
Resistor ......................................... EC-908, 1011
Reverse idler shaft (M/T) .................... MT-24, 63
Reverse lamp switch (M/T) - See
Back-up lamp switch (M/T) ................... MT-16
Reverse main gear (M/T) .................... MT-25, 63
Revolution sensor (A/T) ....................... AT-83, 89
Road wheel size ......................................... GI-41
Roof trim .................................................... BT-35
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ............... EL-116
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
IDX-6 

NLMA0036
Shown below are Pre-delivery Inspection Items required for the new vehicle. It is recommended that
necessary items other than those listed here be added, paying due regard to the conditions in each
country.
Perform applicable items on each model. Consult text of this section for specifications.
UNDER HOOD — engine off
Radiator coolant level and coolant hose connections for leaks
Battery fluid level, specific gravity and conditions of battery terminals
Drive belts tension
Fuel filter for water or dusts (Diesel only), and fuel lines and connections for leaks
Engine oil level and oil leaks
Clutch and brake reservoir fluid level and fluid lines for leaks
Windshield and rear window washer and headlamp cleaner reservoir fluid level
Power steering reservoir fluid level and hose connections for leaks
ON INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
Remove front spring/strut spacer (If applicable)
Operation of all instruments, gauges, lights and accessories
Operation of horn(s), wiper and washer
Steering lock for operation
Check air conditioner for gas leaks
Front and rear seats, and seat belts for operation
All moldings, trims and fittings for fit and alignment
All windows for operation and alignment
Hood, trunk lid, door panels for fit and alignment
Latches, keys and locks for operation
Weatherstrips for adhesion and fit
Headlamp aiming
Tighten wheel nuts (Inc. inner nuts if applicable)
Tire pressure (Inc. spare tire)
Check front wheels for toe-in
Install clock/voltmeter/room lamp fuse (If applicable)
Install deodorizing filter to air conditioner (If applicable)
Remove wiper blade protectors (If applicable)
UNDER BODY
Manual transmission/transaxle, transfer and differential gear oil level
Brake and fuel lines and oil/fluid reservoirs for leaks
Tighten bolts and nuts of steering linkage and gear box, suspension, propeller shafts and drive shafts
Tighten rear body bolts and nuts (Models with wooden bed only)
ROAD TEST
Clutch operation
Parking brake operation
Service brake operation
Automatic transmission/transaxle shift timing and kickdown
Steering control and returnability
Engine performance
Squeaks and rattles
ENGINE OPERATING AND HOT
Adjust idle speed
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Engine idling and stop knob operation (Diesel only)
FINAL INSPECTION
Install necessary parts (outside mirror, wheel covers, seat belts, mat, carpet or mud flaps)
Inspect for interior and exterior metal and paint damage
Check for spare tire, jack, tools (wheel chock), and literature
Wash, clean interior and exterior
: Not applicable to this model
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ITEMS
MA-2 

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE=NLMA0043S0202Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference pages Perform on a kilometer basis, but
on an annual basis when driving
less than 20,000 km (12,000 miles)
per year.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)
Months20
(12)
1240
(24)
2460
(36)
3680
(48)
48100
(60)
60120
(72)
72
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aimingIIIIIIEL-72
Wheel alignment (if necessary, bal-
ance & rotate wheels)IIIIIISU-15
SU-27
Brake pads, rotors & other brake
componentsIIIIIIBR-24
BR-28
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch
(for free play, stroke & operation)IIIIIIBR-11
BR-40
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses,
connections, check valveI I I BR-16
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid
(for level and leaks)IIIIIIBR-7
CL-5
Brake fluidR R R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for
level and leaks)IIIIII ST-7
Supplemental air bag systems See NOTE (1) RS-16
Ventilation air filterRRRRRRHA-103
Manual transaxle gear oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIIIMT-10
MT-11
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension parts, drive shafts,
exhaust systemIIIST-7
SU-5
SU-18
FE-13
FE-15
FE-23
NISSAN Mobility System See NOTE (2)IIIII—
Body corrosion See NOTE (3) BT-6
NOTE:
(1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Check expiration date of the tyre sealant bottle. Replace if necessary.
(3) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with“”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines (Annual Mileage < 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)
MA-12 

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE=NLMA0043S0402Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
pages Perform on a kilometer basis only.km x 1,000
(miles x 1,000)15
(9)30
(18)45
(27)60
(36)75
(45)90
(54)105
(63)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aimingIIIIEL-72
Wheel alignment (if necessary, bal-
ance & rotate wheels)IIIISU-15/
SU-27
Brake pads, rotors & other brake
componentsIIIIBR-24
BR-28
Foot brake, parking brake & clutch
(for free play, stroke & operation)IIIIBR-11/
BR-40/
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses,
connections, check valveI I BR-16
Brake & clutch, systems and fluid (for
level and leaks)IIIIBR-7/
CL-5
Brake fluidR R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines (for
level and leaks)IIIIST-7
Supplemental air bag systems See NOTE (1) RS-16
Ventilation air filterRRRRHA-103
Manual transaxle gear oil (check for
leakage. Use genuine NISSAN XZ
gear oil or exact equivalent)IIIIMT-10
MT-11
CVT fluid [for level and leaks or
replace. Use genuine NISSAN CVT
fluid (NS-1) or exact equivalent]I [R] I [R] AT-10
Steering gear and linkage, axle &
suspension parts, drive shafts,
exhaust systemIIST-7/
SU-5/SU-
18/
FE-13/
FE-15/
FE-23
NISSAN Mobility System See NOTE (2)IIIIIII—
Body corrosion See NOTE (3) BT-6
NOTE:
(1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Check expiration date of the tyre sealant bottle. Replace if necessary.
(3) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with“”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Petrol Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)
MA-16 

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE=NLMA0043S0502Abbreviations: R = Replace I = Inspect: Correct or replace if necessary
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Refer-
ence
pages Perform on a kilometer basis
only.km x 1,000
(miles x
1,000)10
(6)20
(12)30
(18)40
(24)50
(30)60
(36)70
(42)80
(48)90
(54)100
(60)11 0
(66)120
(72)
Underhood and under vehicle
Headlamp aiming I I I EL-72
Wheel alignment (if
necessary, balance & rotate
wheels)IIISU-15
SU-27
Brake pads, rotors & other
brake componentsIIIIIIBR-24
BR-28
Foot brake, parking brake &
clutch (for free play, stroke &
operation)IIIIIIBR-11
BR-40
CL-5
Brake booster vacuum hoses,
connections, check valveI I BR-16
Brake & clutch, systems and
fluid (for level and leaks)IIIIIIBR-7
CL-5
Brake fluidR R BR-7
Power steering fluid and lines
(for level and leaks)IIIIIIST-7
Supplemental air bag systemsSee NOTE
(1)RS-16
Ventilation air filterRRRRRRHA-103
Manual transaxle gear oil
(check for leakage. Use genu-
ine NISSAN XZ gear oil or
exact equivalent)IIIMT-10
MT-11
Steering gear & linkage, axle
& suspension parts, drive
shafts, exhaust systemIIST-7
SU-5
SU-18
FE-13
FE-15
FE-23
NISSAN Mobility SystemSee NOTE
(2)IIIIIII—
Body corrosionSee NOTE
(3)BT-6
NOTE:
(1) Inspect after 10 years, then every 2 years.
(2) Check expiration date of the tyre sealant bottle. Replace if necessary.
(3) Inspect once per year.
Maintenance items with“”should be performed more frequently according to“Maintenance Under Severe Driving Con-
ditions”.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Schedule for Diesel Engines (Annual Mileage > 30,000 km/year) (Cont’d)
MA-18