Inspect for the proper gear oil levels prior to performing system diagnosis. Refer to Rear Axle Lubricant Level Inspection .

Worn clutch disc and/or pressure plate assembly

Repair or replace as required.

Refer to Clutch Noisy in Clutch.

Transmission noise

Repair or replace as required.

Refer to Transmission Noisy in Manual Transmission - M35 or Diagnostic Starting Point - Automatic Transmission in Automatic Transmission - 5L40-E.

Driveline assembly noise

Repair or replace as required. Refer to Driveline Noise Diagnosis in Propeller Shaft.

Worn axle shaft constant velocity joints

Replace the constant velocity joints as required.

Worn, loose, or damaged axle mount and/or bracket

Repair or replace the axle mount and/or bracket as required.

Bearing noise within the differential assembly

A grinding or roar type noise will increase or decrease relative to the vehicle speed.

1. Check for the proper fluid level. Fill as required.
2. If the noise continues, repair or replace the unit as required.

Gear set whine noise within the differential assembly

A whine type noise will increase or decrease relative to the vehicle speed, approximately 80-96 km/h (50-60 mph). Typical causes of a gear set whine type noise may include incorrect backlash and/or pinion depth adjustment or worn or scored gear set teeth.

1. Check for the proper fluid level. Fill as required.
2. Repair or replace the unit as required.