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Noisy When Coasting

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DEFINITION: Noise is audible when slowing down and disappears when driving.
Worn pinion and ring gear Adjust or replace the pinion and the ring gear. Refer to Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (8.6, 9.5/9.5LD, and 11.5 Inch Axles)  or Drive Pinion and Ring Gear Replacement (10.5 Inch Axle) .
Pinion and ring gear too tight Adjust the pinion and the ring gear backlash. Refer to Backlash Adjustment (8.6 Inch Axle)  or Backlash Adjustment (10.5, 11.5 Inch Axles)  or Backlash Adjustment (9.5 LD Axle) .