I have that common problem of the rattling heat shield. The one that is behind the right front tire. Does anyone know how I can fix it so it doesn't rattle anymore? I'm looking for a permanent fix.
Thanks!



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Chris
'00 Xterra SE 4X4 Auto(Silver Ice)

If your X is still under waranty, the dealer should fix it. But we know what a bother that could be.
From experience with other vehicles, noise from the heat shield is caused by a broken weld(s). I don't remember exactly what that shield looks like. But in general, a hose or muffler clamp around the shield almost always solves the problem.
The other cause is a bracket or some other item has moved into close contact with the shield.
dave and Xtoy - no clamps yet

Dave,
Thanks for the response. It is the shield that protects the brake lines from the exhaust heat. It is a flat piece of metal and it is securely attached at this time, but I think it vibrates b/c it is flimsy and wanted to know if anyone has figured out a way to quiet it a little.

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Chris
'00 Xterra SE 4X4 Auto(Silver Ice)

I had a rattle in that area, and it was just a shield on the tranny... I loosened the bolts and moved it over a bit. I was just rattling on the pan. If this is the problem you will not hear the rattle when you rev up the engine at a stop , but when you accelerate on the road.

Hope this helps..

I think I have the same problem, I hear a rattling while accelerating at higer speeds, like for a second between 39 and 40. Does this sound like the same thing. Cause it annoys the heck out of me.


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I had that problme a long time ago (over a year) and my dealer "couldn't find the culprit" so I just hunted around till I found the offending heat sheild and removed it. No problems since then.




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philosopher@angelfire.com

Philosopher's Xterra

Mid-Atlantic Xterra Club