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For 1990-2009 cars only

Final Drive Noise or Hum Noise

Checks

Causes

DEFINITION: A final drive noise or hum is most noticeable under light throttle acceleration or turns.

    â€¢ Final Drive Gear Set (116)
    â€¢ Final Drive Internal Gear (118)
    â€¢ Worn planet pinions
    â€¢ Worn washers
    â€¢ Worn or damaged teeth
    â€¢ Differential Carrier (116)
    â€¢ Differential Side Gears (709)
    â€¢ Worn or pitted gears
    â€¢ A damaged thrust washer