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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Inspect that the gears are properly lubricated.

Are the gears properly lubricated?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 2

2

Lubricate the gears.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

3

Inspect for worn or damaged wheel bearings.

Are the bearings worn or damaged?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Repair or replace the wheel bearings as needed.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect for worn, scored, or chipped input/output shaft gear.

Do any of these conditions exist?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

Repair or replace any worn or damaged gear.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 7

7

Inspect the differential housing for cracks or foreign objects between the shaft and the differential.

Do any of these conditions exist?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Repair or replace the differential housing or housing components as needed.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 9

9

Inspect the output gear bearing for wear or damage.

Is the bearing worn or damaged?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 11

10

Repair or replace the output gear bearing as needed.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 11

11

Inspect for a loose shift rail guide bolt.

Is the shift rail guide bolt loose?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 13

12

Tighten the bolt to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Step 13

13

Disassemble the transaxle and repair as necessary. Refer to the M86/M94 Section of the Transmission Unit Repair Manual.

Has the noise disappeared?

--

System OK

Go to Transmission Replacement