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Noisy When Coasting

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Noisy When Coasting

Checks Action
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 Differential Carrier Assembly Disassemble (8.25 Inch Axle Lock Tab Style)  or Differential Carrier Assembly Disassemble (9.25 Inch Axle)  or Differential Carrier Assembly Disassemble (8.25 Inch Axle Lock Ring Style) .
Pinion and ring gear too tight Adjust the pinion and the ring gear backlash. Refer to Backlash Inspection and Adjustment .