Clunk from 98 RAV4 4WD 5Spd Std.
|
|
|
View Full Version : Clunk from 98 RAV4 4WD 5Spd Std. Clunk from 98 RAV4 4WD 5Spd Std. dandydon 10-18-2007, 05:35 PM Brian R. 10-22-2007, 12:17 AM You didn't say what you did to the propellor shafts. Assuming you only inspected them, try greasing all the fittings. It may be a dry spline that needs grease. Another possibility is a bad clutch plate. There are springs to take up the jolt of clutch engagement. If they are weak, then they can't do their job and the clutch engagement and release will be too sudden and may sound like you describe. Brian dandydon 10-22-2007, 01:20 PM To be exact, this model has no grease fittings on the universals. And according to my book, when they're bad even if there is the slightest movement in the shafts when you try to move them. Also, I'm not too suprised that there doesn't appear to be any plugs I can remove to install grease fittings either. I guess that's typical 'throw-it away-and replace-when-it's-bad' manufacturing. However, you're incite concerning the clutch springs is well taken and unfortunately, that's similar to what my nephew inferred when we discussed it. Normally I would do most of the auto repairs myself on our cars but after reading the manual, it doesn't sound like something I'm able to tackle. Oh well, I guess it's time to break out the checkbook and see a mechanic! Thanks for your help--much appreciated. Related Links Participate in thousands of discussions at AutomotiveForums.com! Registration is absolutely free. |