Constant Noise
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Constant Noise
| Checks | Action |
|---|---|
| Flat spot on the pinion or the ring gear teeth | Replace the pinion and the ring gear. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement . |
| Flat spot on the pinion bearing | Replace the bearing. Refer to Drive Pinion Bearings Replacement . |
| Worn pinion splines | Replace the pinion. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement . |
| Worn axle shaft dowel holes | Replace the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement . |
| Worn hub studs | Replace the wheel studs. Refer to Wheel Stud Replacement in Rear Suspension. |
| Bent axle shaft | Replace the axle shaft. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft Replacement . |