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DEFINITION: A noise heard during acceleration load. | |||||||
The differential drive pinion to the ring rear backlash is excessive. | Adjust the differential drive pinion to the ring backlash.
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The differential drive pinion and ring gear are worn. | Replace the differential drive pinion and the ring set.
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The drive pinion bearings are worn. | Replace the drive pinion bearings.
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The drive pinion bearing preload may not be within specifications. | Adjust the drive pinion bearing preload.
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The drive pinion end play is excessive. | Adjust the drive pinion bearing preload.
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The differential bearings are worn. | Replace the differential bearings.
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The differential bearing preload may not be within specification. | Adjust the differential side bearing preload.
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The rear axle lubricant is low. | Add lubricant to the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection . | ||||||
The rear axle lubricant is incorrect. | Replace the rear axle lubricant with the proper lubricant. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Replacement . | ||||||
The rear axle housing is bent. | Replace the rear axle housing. Refer to Rear Axle Housing Replacement . | ||||||
