Gear Noise

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Gear noise or whine is audible from 32-89 km/h (20-55 mph) under 4 driving conditions:

Drive - Acceleration or heavy pull
Road Load - Vehicle driving load or constant speed
Float - Using enough throttle to keep the vehicle from driving the engine, the vehicle slows down gradually but the engine still pulls slightly
Coast - Throttle is closed and the vehicle is in gear

Gear noise most frequently has periods where the noise is more prominent, usually between 48-64 km/h (30-40 mph) and 80-85 km/h (50-53 mph). Gear whine is corrected by ring and pinion gear replacement or adjustment, depending on the mileage of the gear set.