Nissan Altima 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
Preparation
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:
BSW system operation
The BSW system operates above approximately
20 MPH (32 km/h).
When the camera unit detects vehicles in the
detection zone, the Blind spot indicator light located
inside the outside mirrors will illuminate. If
the turn signal is then activated, the system
chimes (twice) and the Blind spot i ...
Corrosion protection
Description
To provide improved corrosion prevention, the following anti-corrosive
measures have been implemented in
NISSAN production plants. When repairing or replacing body panels, it is
necessary to use the same anti-corrosive
measures.
Anti-Corrosive Precoated Steel (Galvannealed Steel) ...
Tire chains
CAUTION
Only certain SAE class “S” tire chains can
be used on this vehicle. Using the wrong
Class “S” chains on this vehicle will cause
damage to the vehicle. If you plan to use
tire chains/cables, you should use a tire
chain that meets the minimum clearances
for your vehicle.
Use ...