Whine/Growl Noise That Changes with Vehicle Speed

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 HD and 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Checks	Causes
Output Carrier (60)	Inspect the carrier assembly for damaged pinion gears, thrust washers, pins, and rollers. Inspect for damaged sun gears. Inspect for damaged or stripped splines on the output carrier assembly.
Reaction Internal Gear Thrust Bearing (57)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Output Carrier Thrust Bearing (59)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Direct Overdrive Sun Gear Thrust Bearing (92)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Input Carrier Thrust Bearing (87)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Reaction Internal Gear Thrust Bearing (81)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Output Shaft Thrust Bearing (62)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Output Carrier Internal Gear Hub Thrust Bearing (561)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
Output Shaft Bearing Assembly (64)	Inspect the bearing for wear or damage.
A/Trans Fluid Filter (39)	Inspect for damaged or restricted fluid filter assembly (14) Inspect for damaged fluid filter seal assembly (26) or improper sealing interface (leaks, fluid aeration).
A/Trans Fluid Pump Seal (40)	Inspect for worn or damaged seal.