Symptom Table - NVH

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Symptom Table - NVH
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NOTE: NVH symptoms should be identified using the diagnostic tools that are available. For a list of these tools, an explanation of their uses and a glossary of common terms, refer to GLOSSARY OF TERMS . Since it is possible any one of multiple systems may be the cause of a symptom, it may be necessary to use a process of elimination type of diagnostic approach to pinpoint the responsible system. If this is not the causal system for the symptom, refer back to NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) for the next likely system and continue diagnosis.
SYMPTOM TABLE - NVH

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Vibration - a high frequency (20-80 Hz) vibration that is felt through the seat or the selector lever. Changes with engine speed
  • Selector lever cable incorrectly routed, grounded out or loose
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  • Loose selector lever cable bracket
  • CHECK the selector lever cable and bracket for damage and correct assembly. REFER to SELECTOR LEVER CABLEΒ . REPAIR as necessary.
  • Rattle, noise, buzz or other noise
  • Selector lever loose
  • Noisy selector lever
  • TIGHTEN the selector lever nuts.
  • INSTALL a new selector lever. REFER to InstallationΒ .
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