| DEFINITION: A ping, snap or click is usually heard on initial load after the transmission is in gear, either in forward or reverse. |
| A loose rear wheel drive shaft flange/differential drive pinion gear nut. |
Tighten the differential drive pinion gear nut to specification. Fastener Specifications |
| Loose rear propeller shaft bolts. |
Tighten the rear propeller shaft bolts to specification. Fastener Specifications |
| One or more of the propeller shaft universal joints are worn. |
Replace the affected propeller shaft universal joints. Propeller Shaft Universal Joint Replacement (2WD) , or Propeller Shaft Universal Joint Replacement (4WD) |
| Underbody shield or component interference. |
Eliminate interference as required. |