Symptom Table - NVH

2010 Volkswagen Routan SSECTION 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 when the brakes are applied
  • Brake disc(s)
  • Suspension components
  • Brake vibration/shudder - occurs when the brake pedal is released
  • Brake drag
  • Rattling noise
  • Caliper guide pins or guide pin bolts
  • Missing or damaged anti-rattle clips or springs
  • Loose brake disc shield
  • Squealing noise - occurs on first (morning) brake application
  • Brake pads
  • Acceptable condition. Caused by humidity and low brake pad temperature.
  • Squealing noise - a continuous squeal
  • Brake pads
  • Squealing noise - an intermittent squeal
  • Brake pads
  • Acceptable condition. Caused by cold, heat, water, mud or snow.
  • Groaning noise - occurs at low speeds with brake lightly applied (creeping)
  • Brake pads
  • Acceptable condition.
  • Grinding/moaning noise - continuous
  • Brake pads
  • Brake disc
  • INSPECT the brake pads/discs and attaching hardware for damage. VERIFY brake components are within specifications. REFER to BRAKE SYSTEM INSPECTIONΒ .
  • Excessive vacuum pump noise (above 60-70 dB)
  • Vacuum pump
  • INSTALL new vacuum pump as necessary.
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