GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Problem

Action

DEFINITION: Knocking or clunking noise occurs when operating the vehicle is in high gear or coasting in neutral at 16 km/h (10 mph).

A worn or damaged universal joint.

Replace the worn or damaged universal joint. Refer to Universal Joint Replacement .

The side gear hub counterbore in the differential is worn oversize.

Replace the differential carrier. Refer to Differential Carrier Replacement in Rear Drive Axle.