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2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE 2WD Auto

2001 Nissan Pathfinder
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Rear Wheel Drive, 4 Door, 2WD Sport Utility
16 mpg city / 19 mpg hwy
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July 28, 2012, 9:28 am

Andrew L
 

Question: Sounds like loose wooden planks

When I'm driving over bumps or bumpy conditions, it sounds like the underside of my car is made of loose wooden planks. My car is 15 years old. I don't know if it's age or a serious problem. It's been making these noises for a long time.


August 3, 2012, 4:26 pm

Ron W
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Have your suspension checked. You may have something loose (like a strut or its mount)


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