Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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1 | Inspect that the gears are properly lubricated. Are the gears properly lubricated? | -- | ||
2 | Lubricate the gears. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
3 | Inspect for worn or damaged wheel bearings. Are the bearings worn or damaged? | -- | ||
4 | Repair or replace the wheel bearings as needed. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
5 | Inspect for worn, scored, or chipped input/output shaft gear. Do any of these conditions exist? | -- | ||
6 | Repair or replace any worn or damaged gear. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
7 | Inspect the differential housing for cracks or foreign objects between the shaft and the differential. Do any of these conditions exist? | -- | ||
8 | Repair or replace the differential housing or housing components as needed. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
9 | Inspect the output gear bearing for wear or damage. Is the bearing worn or damaged? | -- | ||
10 | Repair or replace the output gear bearing as needed. Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
11 | Inspect for a loose shift rail guide bolt. Is the shift rail guide bolt loose? | -- | ||
12 | Tighten the bolt to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Has the noise disappeared? | -- | System OK | |
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 |