DEFINITION: A noise heard during acceleration load.

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

Transmission noise

Repair or replace, as required. Refer to Diagnostic Starting Point - Automatic Transmission

Driveline assembly noise

Repair or replace, as required. Refer to Symptoms - 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 increases or decreases relative to the vehicle speed.

1. Inspect 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 increases or decreases 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. Inspect for the proper fluid level. Fill, as required.
2. Repair or replace the unit, as required.