DEFINITION: The axle produces noise constantly.

Flat spot is present on the pinion or the ring gear teeth.

Replace the pinion and the ring gear. Refer to Drive Axle Disassemble .

Flat spot is present on the bearing.

Replace the bearing. Refer to Drive Axle Disassemble .

The pinion splines are worn.

Replace the pinion. Refer to Drive Axle Disassemble

The axle shaft dowel holes are worn.

Replace the axle shaft. Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement .

The wheel studs are worn.

Replace the wheel studs. Refer to Wheel Stud Replacement .

The axle shaft is bent.

Replace the axle shaft. Refer to Axle Shaft Replacement .

The propeller shaft is out of phase.

Refer to Propeller Shaft Phasing Description in Propeller Shaft.