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Problem Symptoms Table

Use the table below to help you find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the likely cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts.

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE - DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM

Symptom Suspected Area
Noise in rear differential
  1. Oil level (Low or wrong grade)
  2. Ring gear or drive pinion (Worn or damaged)
  3. Backlash adjustment (Defective)
  4. Preload adjustment (Defective)
  5. Tooth contact between ring gear and drive pinion (Defective)
  6. Bearing (Worn)
Oil leak from rear differential
  1. Oil level (Too high or wrong grade)
  2. Oil seal (Worn or damaged)
  3. Gasket (Damaged)
  4. Seal packing (Damaged)