Page 1099 of 1226

NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use the chart below to help you ®nd the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Reference pageRA-4
RA-14
Ð
Ð
Ð
RA-12
RA-15
RA-5
NVH in PD section
NVH in PD section
NVH in FA section
Refer to REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION in this chart.
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in BR section
NVH in ST section
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation, damage or de¯ection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Stabilizer bar fatigue
Wheel bearing damage
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
AXLE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomREAR
AXLE AND
REAR
SUSPEN-
SIONNoiseXXXXXX XXX XXXXX
ShakeXXXX X X X XXXXX
VibrationXXXXXXXXXX
ShimmyXXXX X XX XX
Judder X X X X X X X X
Poor quality ride or handlingXXXXX XX X XX
X: Applicable
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
RA-3
Page 1146 of 1226
![NISSAN PATROL 2006 Service Manual HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
With CONSULT
+``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]
A current Self-diagnosis result is displayed on the CONSULT screen in real time. After the malfunction is
repaired completely, NISSAN PATROL 2006 Service Manual HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
With CONSULT
+``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]
A current Self-diagnosis result is displayed on the CONSULT screen in real time. After the malfunction is
repaired completely,](/manual-img/5/57368/w960_57368-1145.png)
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
With CONSULT
+``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]''
A current Self-diagnosis result is displayed on the CONSULT screen in real time. After the malfunction is
repaired completely, no malfunction is detected on ``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]''.
+``SELF-DIAG [PAST]''
Return to the ``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]'' CONSULT screen by
pushing ``BACK'' key of CONSULT and select ``SELF-DIAG
[CURRENT]'' in ``SELECT DIAG MODE''. Touch ``ERASE'' in
``SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]'' mode.
NOTE:
If the memory of the malfunction in ``SELF-DIAG [PAST]'' is not
erased, the User mode shows the system malfunction by the
operation of the warning lamp even if the malfunction is
repaired completely.
+``TROUBLE DIAG RECORD''
The memory of ``TROUBLE DIAG RECORD'' cannot be erased.
Without CONSULT
After a malfunction is repaired, return to User mode from Diagnosis mode by switching the ignition ``OFF'' for
at least 1 second, then back ``ON''. At that time, the problem code is cleared.
How to Perform Trouble Diagnoses for Quick
and Accurate Repair
A good understanding of the malfunction conditions can make troubleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about a problem. It is important to fully understand the symptoms
or conditions for a customer complaint.
INFORMATION FROM CUSTOMER
WHAT ............ Vehicle model
WHEN ........... Date, Frequencies
WHERE ......... Road conditions
HOW .............. Operating conditions, Symptoms
PRELIMINARY CHECK
Check that the following parts are in good order.
+Battery [Refer to EL section (``BATTERY'').]
+Fuse [Refer to EL section (``Fuse'', ``POWER SUPPLY ROUTING'').]
+System component-to-harness connections
SRS357
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES Ð Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Trouble Diagnoses Introduction (Cont'd)
RS-24
Page 1152 of 1226

SRS Operation Check
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 1
Checking SRS operation by using ``AIR BAG'' warning lamp Ð
User mode
1. After turning ignition switch from ``OFF'' to ``ON'', ``AIR BAG''
warning lamp operates.
2. Compare ``AIR BAG'' warning lamp operation to the chart
below.
``AIR BAG'' warning lamp operation Ð User mode Ð SRS condition Reference item
MRS095A
No malfunction is
detected. No further action
is necessary.
Ð
MRS096A
The system has problem
and needs to be repaired
as indicated.Go to DIAGNOSTIC
PROCEDURE 2 or 6
(RS-32 or RS-39).
MRS097A
Air bag is deployed. Go to COLLISION
DIAGNOSIS (RS-45).
Air bag fuse, diagnosis
sensor unit or harness is
malfunctioning and needs
to be repaired.Go to DIAGNOSTIC
PROCEDURE 9 (RS-43).
MRS098A
One of the following has
occurred and needs to be
repaired.
+Meter fuse is blown.
+``AIR BAG'' warning
lamp circuit has open or
short.
+Diagnosis sensor unit is
malfunctioning.Go to DIAGNOSTIC
PROCEDURE 10 (RS-43).
NOTE:
If ``AIR BAG'' warning lamp operates differently from the
operations shown above, refer to ``AIR BAG'' warning lamp
operation Ð Diagnosis mode Ð,DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 6
(step 4), RS-39.
SRS466
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES Ð Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
RS-30
Page 1172 of 1226

NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use the chart below to help you ®nd the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
Reference pageST-5
ST-6
ST-20
ST-20
ST-20
ST-5
ST-4
ST-6
Refer to MA section.
Ð
ST-11
ST-11
ST-10
ST-19
NVH in PD section
NVH in PD section
NVH in FA, RA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in FA section
NVH in BR section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Fluid level
Air in hydraulic system
Tie-rod ball joint swinging force
Tie-rod ball joint rotating torque
Tie-rod ball joint end play
Steering gear ¯uid leakage
Steering wheel play
Steering wheel turning force
Drive belt looseness
Improper steering wheel or damage
Improper installation or looseness of tilt lock lever
Steering column deformation
Improper installation or looseness of steering column
Steering linkage looseness
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
AXLE SHAFT
BRAKES
Symptom STEERINGNoiseXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXX
Shake X X XXXXXX
VibrationXXXXXXXX
Shimmy X X X X X X X
Judder X X X X X
X: Applicable
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
ST-3