Problem Symptoms Table
HINT:
Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.
DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM:
DIFFERENTIAL SYMPTOMS REFERENCE
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See |
|---|---|---|
| Noise in rear differential | 1. Oil (low or wrong grade) | DIFFERENTIAL OIL |
| 2. Excessive backlash differential ring gear | INSPECTION | |
| 3. Ring, pinion or side gears (worn or chipped) | REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER | |
| 4. Pinion shaft bearing (worn) | REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER | |
| 5. Side bearing (worn) | REAR DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER | |
| Oil leak from rear differential | 1. Oil (level too high or wrong grade) | DIFFERENTIAL OIL |
| 2. Rear differential oil seal (worn or damaged) | COMPONENTS | |
| 3. Side gear oil seal (worn or damaged) | COMPONENTS | |
| 4. Companion flange (loosen or damaged) | COMPONENTS | |
| 5. Side gear shaft (damaged) | COMPONENTS |