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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2004 🢒 TopKick C-Series (Conventional) C4/C5 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Rear Drive Axle 🢒 Noisy on Turns

Cause

Correction

DEFINITION: A noise is present when the vehicle turns.

The differential side gears and the pinion gears are worn.

Replace the worn parts.

    • For Dana® Model 286 axle, refer to Differential Overhaul .
    • For Spicer Eaton axles, call 1-800-TCM-HELP.
    • For Meritor axles, call 1-800-535-5560.

The differential spider is worn.

Replace the worn parts.

    • For Dana® Model 286 axle, refer to Differential Overhaul .
    • For Spicer Eaton axles, call 1-800-TCM-HELP.
    • For Meritor axles, call 1-800-535-5560.

The rear axle shaft splines are worn.

Replace the rear axle shafts. Refer to Rear Axle Shaft and/or Gasket Replacement .