DIFFERENTIAL SYSTEM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Tech Tips
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking the suspected areas in the order they are listed. Replace parts as necessary.
| Symptom | Suspected Area | See page |
|---|---|---|
| Noise in rear differential | Oil (Level too low or wrong grade) | |
| Ring gear or drive pinion (Worn or chipped) | ||
| Backlash adjustment (Defective) | ||
| Preload adjustment (Defective) | ||
| Tooth contact between ring gear and drive pinion (Defective) | ||
| Bearing (Worn) | ||
| Oil leaks from rear differential | Oil (Level too high or wrong grade) | |
| Carrier oil seal (Worn or damaged) | ||
| Side gear shaft oil seal (Worn or damaged) | ||
| Seal packing (Damaged) |