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07-07-2006, 08:22 PM
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Question about differential
I jacked my car up tonight to check on the wheels, suspension and brakes because of a vibration problem.
I put the tranny in neutral (N) with the shift override button so I could move the front wheels freely and noticed a noise coming from the tranny when the wheel goes from forward to backwards. It sounds, of course, like the clicking/clunking of gears that switch direction but it surprised me I was able to hear it. Am I supposed to hear something coming out of that or is it supposed to go silently? Is it the tranny or differential? I know it's unrelated to vibration, just curious. It's a regular pump action jack, so the other wheel is still on the ground. 
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#2
07-14-2006, 03:22 PM
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Re: Question about differential
There will be some driveline lash (play) which is normal. Since you're under there you might as well check the differential fluid level, or if it's been a while, change it. A diff with fresh gear oil can soften that clunking noise slightly. I prefer synthetic oils for this application...they last longer and are more consistent. Hope this helps!
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07-14-2006, 04:27 PM
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Re: Question about differential
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 I believe i'm right about this. I know my 1989 camry differential takes auto tranny fluid. Regards, JOET/CAMRY
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07-14-2006, 05:29 PM
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Re: Question about differential
Whoops...I half thought about it, but didn't follow through, thanks JOET/CAMRY. Camry diffs do use Dexron III transmission fluid and NOT gear oil. Can AF forgive me??? Next time I'll take the time to double-check stuff like that.
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Current Garage: 2009 Honda CR-V EX 2006 Mazda 3i 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 2003 GMC Envoy XL 2000 Honda ST1100 2000 Pontiac Sunfire Vehicle History: 2003 Pontiac Vibe AWD - 1999 Acura Integra GS - 2004 4.7L Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 - 1996 GMC Jimmy 4wd - 1995 Chevrolet C2500 - 1992 Toyota Camry LE 2.2L - 1992 Chevrolet S10 Ext. Cab 4.3L - 1995 Honda ST1100 - 1980 Yamaha XS400 - 1980 Mercury Bobcat.
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07-14-2006, 05:43 PM
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Re: Question about differential
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You are forgiven. Mike
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