Axle Noise: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before disassembling the axle to diagnose and correct gear noise, eliminate the tires, exhaust, trim items, roof racks, axle shafts and wheel bearings as possible causes. Follow the diagnostic procedures in NOISE, VIBRATION & HARSHNESS .

The noises described below usually have specific causes that can be diagnosed through observation as the unit is disassembled. The initial clues are the type of noise heard during the road test.