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Symptom Chart: NVH

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Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .

Condition Possible Sources Actions
Driveline clunk - loud clunk when shifting from REVERSE to DRIVE Damaged or worn Constant Velocity (CV) joints INSPECT the Constant Velocity (CV) joints for wear or damage. INSTALL a new halfshaft as necessary. REFER to: Rear Halfshaft .
Loose hub nut CHECK the torque on the hub nut. REPLACE the hub nut if the torque is not at specification. For hub nuts. REFER to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD .
Driveline clunk - occurs as the vehicle starts to move forward following a stop Loose hub nut CHECK the torque on the hub nut. REPLACE the hub nut if the torque is not at specification. REFER to: Rear Halfshaft . REFER to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD .
Grunting - normally associated with a shudder experienced during acceleration from a complete stop Halfshaft Constant Velocity (CV) joint binding CHECK the outer Constant Velocity (CV) joint for correct seating into the hub. REPAIR as necessary. REFER to: Rear Halfshaft .
Driveline vibration - occurs at cruising speeds Binding or damaged Constant Velocity CV joint CHECK the outer CV joint for correct seating into the hub. REPAIR as necessary. REFER to: Rear Halfshaft . REFER to: Wheel Bearing and Wheel Hub - AWD .