Maxima Wagon V6-2960cc 3.0L SOHC MFI (VG30E) (1986)
Suspension Spring ( Coil / Leaf ): All Technical Service Bulletins
Front Suspension - Metallic Noise
Reference:
Date:
SERVICE ADVISORY TS86-165
September 18, 1986
Classification:
Section: Models:
FA86-006
Front Axle
1985-1987 Maxima & 1987 Stanza
FRONT SUSPENSION NOISE, 1985-1987 MAXIMA AND 1987 STANZA
APPLIED MODEL: 1985-1987 Maxima and 1987 Stanza
SERVICE INFORMATION
FRONT SPRINGS
Some 1985-1987 Maxima and 1987 Stanza vehicles may exhibit a metallic noise from the front suspension when driven over rough roads (potholes,
broken pavement, etc.). The noise is normally heard at low speeds with the window down, and may be caused when a tire hits a pothole and the top two
coils of the front springs rub each other (see illustration).
NOTE:
REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLIES, COIL SPRINGS OR OTHER SUSPENSION COMPONENTS WILL NOT
ELIMINATE THIS CONDITION.
If a customer complains about this condition, check for damaged/loose/worn components in the front suspension. If nothing is found, then the above
condition is a probable cause of the noise. In this case, explain to the customer that a countermeasure is being developed and the noise is not an
indication of suspension malfunction.