Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Function diagnosis
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting - Engine Noise
1. Camshaft bearing noise
2. Piston pin noise
3. Piston slap noise
4. Main bearing noise
5. Connecting rod bearing noise
6. Drive belt noise (Sticking/Slipping)
7. Drive belt noise (Slipping)
8. Water pump noise
9. Timing chain and chain tensioner noise
10. Tappet noise
A. Valve
B. Valve mechanism
C. Rotation mechanism
D. Drive belt
E. Timing chain
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom
1. Locate the area where noise occurs.
2. Confirm the type of noise.
3. Specify the operating condition of engine.
4. Check specified noise source. Repair or replace the identified part as
necessary.
A: Closely related
B: Related
C: Sometimes related —: Not related
Special Service Tool
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special
service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service Tool
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Other materials: Fuel gauge
The gauge indicates the approximate fuel
level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or
down hills.
The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.
The low fuel warning message shows in
the vehic ...
Cleaning interior
Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a
vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe
the vinyl and leather (if so equipped) surfaces
with a clean, soft cloth dampened in
mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a
dry, soft cloth.
Regular care and cleani ...
Rear Door Alert
The Rear Door Alert system functions under
certain conditions to indicate there
may be an object or passenger in the rear
seat(s). Check the seat(s) before exiting the
vehicle.
The Rear Door Alert system is initially disabled.
The driver can enable the system
using the vehicle information display. ...
Preparation
On-vehicle maintenance