Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Drive/Propeller Shaft: Customer Interest
Drivetrain - Rear End Grinding/Knocking On Turns
Classification: RA09-004
Reference: NTB10-029
Date: February 25, 2010
MURANO/ROGUE; GRINDING/KNOCKING NOISE FROM REAR WHEN TURNING
APPLIED VEHICLES:2003 - 2010 Murano (Z50, Z51) AWD ONLY
2008 - 2010 Rogue (S35) AWD ONLY
IF YOU CONFIRM
There is a grinding or knocking noise or vibration from the rear of the vehicle:
^ when making wide turns
^ on dry roads
^ at low speeds (under 20 MPH).
ACTION
Remove the Rear Propeller Shaft and test drive the vehicle:
If the noise/vibration DOES NOT stop: This bulletin DOES NOT APPLY. Refer to ASIST for further diagnostic assistance.
If the noise/vibration DOES stop: Replace the Electrical Coupling Assy. (CPLG ASSY-ELEC) with the one from the Parts Information section of this
bulletin.
Refer to the appropriate section in the Electronic Service Manual for removal and installation.
DO NOT replace the entire Rear Final Drive assembly for this incident, if it should occur.
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