Gurguling Noise at low speed

[maverick_rogue]

I hear gurguling noise while stopping or while slowing down. Sounds like boiling water in a kettle. Could this be infamous transmission issue? I am concerned. I am taking refuge in the fact that I have a FWD but ....Dealer says can not duplicate the issue and I can come back once I can duplicate it at will...

Does some one have a sound byte for the transmission issue ?

[Couz]

If its at parking lot speeds while decelerating that you hear the sounds its possible but it could be something else too.

I get a sound that is apparently normal when on occasion I give gas when my car hits that vibration stage that is well known, not always but occasionally.

If you've ever driven manual its the sound you get when your in too high a gear for your speed and you try to give gas...that's what I'm getting and I know in a manual transmission that's normal so if the same situation is occurring with the CVT (low rpm for speed your going at) I guess it makes sense.

In your case I'd first look at the circumstances...is it only happening at low speeds while the car is slowing down?

Does it occur while you slightly tap on the gas on and off on and off at under 20 mph?

I'd read up on the bigger threads available on the first page of this forum that's 14 pages long and try and make a parralel.

[kcfm]

I hear gurguling noise while stopping or while slowing down. Sounds like boiling water in a kettle. Could this be infamous transmission issue? I am concerned. I am taking refuge in the fact that I have a FWD but ....Dealer says can not duplicate the issue and I can come back once I can duplicate it at will...

Does some one have a sound byte for the transmission issue ?

When I first heard my "transmission rattle" I first described it as water running through a pipe (swooshing), at least that what it sounded like to me. But as it got worse, I must say now that rocks in tumbler is a better description.

Don't take refuge in the fact you have a FWD. So do I and I am in need of transmission #3. You MIGHT be able to take some refuge in the fact you have a 2009??? Although I do believe there was one person with a 2009 with the transmission rattle.

[Couz]

When I first heard my "transmission rattle" I first described it as water running through a pipe (swooshing), at least that what it sounded like to me. But as it got worse, I must say now that rocks in tumbler is a better description.

Don't take refuge in the fact you have a FWD. So do I and I am in need of transmission #3. You MIGHT be able to take some refuge in the fact you have a 2009??? Although I do believe there was one person with a 2009 with the transmission rattle.

And was it the typical symptoms...mostly at parking lot speeds and on deceleration or slowing down?

[kcfm]

And was it the typical symptoms...mostly at parking lot speeds and on deceleration or slowing down?

Yep.

[Couz]

Yep.

Good to know....thanks

[asng]

yes I have the same issue, I have a FWD too. 08 S FWD. 11200 Mi on it.

it only appears in certern weather and after the car gets warmed.

Went to the dealer today but somehow the sound wasnt appear at all.


Modified by asng at 3:35 AM 4/18/2009

[Couz]

yes I have the same issue, I have a FWD too. 08 S FWD. 11200 Mi on it.

it only appears in certern weather and after the car gets warmed.

Went to the dealer today but somehow the sound wasnt appear at all.

Modified by asng at 3:35 AM 4/18/2009

You have the gurgling noise or the little noise I was describing above?

You get it when you slow down and coming to a stop?
Modified by Couz at 6:35 AM 4/18/2009

[maverick_rogue]

Honestly, Reading so much about this transmission noise issue and realizing Nissan is doing precious little about it has taken fun out of driving Rogue.

My ears are always tuned in to hear every little noise and waiting for the transmission noise bomb to explode anytime.

I had my six monthly health checkup done and my doc feels I actually have improved my hearing. I guess I can give credit to Nissan for it. They gave a near perfect car and then gave traany issue for everyone to worry about.

So far I have noticed following noises

1. Tapping Noise (sounds like Rocker Arm with high clearance) from engine appears mostly during cold weather.

2. High gear vibration and Noise during acceleration (We know its a designed feature to save fuel)

3. Slight gurgling noise which appears at times but I can not duplicate at will

4. Vibration and noise coming from rear and that shakes the passenger side seat like a California Earthquake when I stop at traffic signal.

5. Squeaking noise from Seat Belts

6. Squeaking noise from Front brakes at times specially on a rainy day.

7. And yes on a rainy day (I am sure it could happen in snow as well) noise coming from trunk area.

Any idea on #1 ,# 4, and # 5 fellow Rogue owners?

[Couz]

Honestly, Reading so much about this transmission noise issue and realizing Nissan is doing precious little about it has taken fun out of driving Rogue.

My ears are always tuned in to hear every little noise and waiting for the transmission noise bomb to explode anytime.

I had my six monthly health checkup done and my doc feels I actually have improved my hearing. I guess I can give credit to Nissan for it. They gave a near perfect car and then gave traany issue for everyone to worry about.

So far I have noticed following noises

1. Tapping Noise (sounds like Rocker Arm with high clearance) from engine appears mostly during cold weather.

2. High gear vibration and Noise during acceleration (We know its a designed feature to save fuel)

3. Slight gurgling noise which appears at times but I can not duplicate at will

4. Vibration and noise coming from rear and that shakes the passenger side seat like a California Earthquake when I stop at traffic signal.

5. Squeaking noise from Seat Belts

6. Squeaking noise from Front brakes at times specially on a rainy day.

7. And yes on a rainy day (I am sure it could happen in snow as well) noise coming from trunk area.

Any idea on #1 ,# 4, and # 5 fellow Rogue owners?

I get #2 and 7...the rest i dont really get.

#2 is apparently normal, the noise sounds like a manual transmission being in too high a gear for the speed your going at...I get it too when i accelerate at times but not always, its when i accelerate while the car is in vibration mode (low rpm) and the gears (or whatever CVt has) are catching up to the speed I want to get....sounds like marbles being shaken in a pop can.

Other than that so far so good.

But I agree, I find myself trying to listen for noises rather than enjoying my Rogue...I seem to always be testing the car for the infamous rattle by tapping the gas on and off at slow speeds.

I just need to get over it.

[philipa_240sx]

1. Tapping Noise (sounds like Rocker Arm with high clearance) from engine appears mostly during cold weather.

This was answered in the Official Rogue FAQ: Engine Noise (tapping)

It's a characteristic of the QR25DE motor and is completely normal. If the noise persists once fully warmed up, then you should have it checked by the dealer.

[philipa_240sx]

4. Vibration and noise coming from rear and that shakes the passenger side seat like a California Earthquake when I stop at traffic signal.

I cannot comment on this one. I actually never sit in the passenger seat of my Rogue as I drive it 99% of the time. I will comment however that the Rogue's 2.5l 4cyl motor will never be as smooth as a V-6 or V-8. It's a large displacment 4cyl and has a very long stroke vs. bore.... it will never be smooth despite the balance shafts and extra vibration isolation Nissan has added to this motor over the years.

Vibrations at idle will always be there and can be worse if the A/C is running. BTW, A/C runs if defrost mode is selected.

[maverick_rogue]

Thanks..On tapping noise ,thats what I noticed. It disappears after around 20-30 minutes of driving. I wish my dealer knows as much as you do.

[zengshengliu]

4. Vibration and noise coming from rear and that shakes the passenger side seat like a California Earthquake when I stop at traffic signal.

This does happen to meWhat I found is that for the rear sit, the passenger side sit does not close(when you move the side up and lock it) all the way, so I can still shake the sit a little. But there is nothing wrong with the driver side.

[Sanders630]

I had a similar gurgling noise but, on our 2003 Altima 2.5. I discovered on a different forum that they were notorious for getting air into the coolant system and you would here bubbling in the heater core when you would drive at low speeds. The solution to it was to burp the system. I never did hear a permanant fix for it. Some said a new radiator cap. I had to burp it twice. I brought this up to the dealer when looking at our rogue and he said that he's never heard of it being an issue (surprise). Don't know if that's anything close to what's going on with you but, it rang a bell for that situation.

[maverick_rogue]

So what did you do to 'burp' it?

[asng]

great info, Iam gona pay attention to the coolant etc.

Have u take the car to the dealer? and what's the outcome?

[philipa_240sx]

So what did you do to 'burp' it?

'burping' the cooling system on the QR25DE usually involves raising the front of the car on jackstands, removing the rad cap, and running the car for 30-60 min. Make sure you replace any lost coolant.

Even then it may not be possible to get all the air out. You can replace the rad cap and drive the car for a few days. Just be sure to keep the overflow tank filled to the max level and it should eventually work it's way out. This is what I did to my '03 Altima 2.5S, and after a couple of weeks the air was gone.

[firstnissan]

I had this gurgling noise on my MY2008 Rogue at parking and stopping speeds almost from day 1.

I thought it was just the power steering pump because at those speeds wind noise and engine noise are not there to mask it.

But after reading this thread I am having my doubts.

Does anyone know if the Rogue has a hydraulic power steering or electric power steering?

[kerrton]

It's definately an electric power steering system.

So have you had the dealer look at it? Chances are they'll be able to diagnose the problem and repair it no problem....let us know what you find out please, for future reference. Thanks.

[Elton Noway]

So far I have noticed following noises

1. Tapping Noise (sounds like Rocker Arm with high clearance) from engine appears mostly during cold weather.

2. High gear vibration and Noise during acceleration (We know its a designed feature to save fuel)

3. Slight gurgling noise which appears at times but I can not duplicate at will

4. Vibration and noise coming from rear and that shakes the passenger side seat like a California Earthquake when I stop at traffic signal.

5. Squeaking noise from Seat Belts

6. Squeaking noise from Front brakes at times specially on a rainy day.

7. And yes on a rainy day (I am sure it could happen in snow as well) noise coming from trunk area.

I was looking thru your list for the sound I hear. Didn't see it. Guess we can add it to the List

8. Scrapping or squeaking sound from the steering column when turning the wheel

[kerrton]

Wow, I finally found someone else with the squeeking steering wheel problem! I've always had it, the dealer tried 3 times to fix it with no success. First they replaced the spiral cable, then they replaced the steering wheel, and finally they replaced the air bag, and none did the trick. It squeeks worse when it's cold out, when its hot the noise pretty much disappears but it not only squeeks but causes a bit of vibration/friction that I can feel. Not a really big deal but annoying. If anybody gets a successful resolution to this I'd be really grateful to know what it is!!!

[takeshi]

I wouldn't call what we had a squeaky steering wheel but ours was making a noise that turned out to be some sort of rubber piece that had dislodged itself. The noise was intermittent when we had it. I can't recall if temperature seemed to affect it or not.

[firstnissan]

kerrton:

Looks like the gurgling noise that I see on MY08 has nothing to do with the steering or the transmission

I went to a empty lot and tried a bunch of things like low speed coasting with steering input and without and various other combinations

That is when I realized it is the brakes

So at low speeds when I apply the brakes gently (like coming to a halt in a parking spot) I get this gurgling noise

The rotors were just resurfaced 50 miles agoSo effects of the rotor is also ruled out

This finding is such a relief

[Couz]

When I'm in drive and have my foot on the brake and let go without pressing gas the car whines...like its getting ready to go.

Is that normal?

I know Phillipa I should relax...but just curious

[logster]

This may be related but I started getting a clicking noise at low speed. I changed the differential and transfer case oils using the guide in this forum but the noise did not go away. Took it to the dealer and they fixed it under the power-train warranty (5 year). The repair report says

"Clicking coming from front axles from inside hub housing. Removed both front axles, lubricated axle splines and hub housings and re-installed front CV axles"