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2004 Nissan Quest Repair Question


Topics covered: Noise, Struts, Wheel.
Mileage: 114,000 miles.

Asked on February 15, 2013

Nissan Quest Noise Problem

Care makes noise from rear cabin. the noise has been getting progressivley worse over the last 10,000 miles. i thought it was tires because they needed it. the noise did not stop. seems to be louder the faster i go. did notice that when i turn to the left the noise subsides but returns as soon as I staraighten out again. Have not checked struts for leaking or damage. but the noise has been very slowly progrssing..
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Replied on February 16, 2013

Symptoms indicates the wheel bearings are bad.

Lift up each wheel and with handbrakes released, spin the tires and note if there are any noise. Putting your hands on the strut springs would give you an indication if there are any problem with the vibrations felt.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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Replied on February 16, 2013

what a m looking for when i put my hands on the strut springs. if the bearings are bad how hard would the fix be. do it myself or take it to the shop. thank you for the help. I was wondering if it was the struts that needed replacement.

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Replied on February 16, 2013

Good bearings would not show anything but if the bearings are bad, you would feel vibrations as the wheel are spinning.
Struts do not cause noise when vehicle is running, especially roaring noises. Whether they are bad or not would require some testing. At the mileage and age of vehicle, the struts should be at least halfway through their lifespan.

If you have some basic tools and sockets, you should be able to replace the bearing yourself.

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Replied on February 16, 2013

thank you

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Replied on February 16, 2013

You're welcome.

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