Where does the grinding noise come from in a GM Truck?

After tearing apart my rear brakes, I finally found the noise in the rear diff. The noise would go away when the truck was on the lift and then come back when you put a load on it, but it resonates through that big hollow aluminum driveshaft and makes you think its coming from everywhere!

Why does my transmission make a clicking noise?

In many cases, these noises are caused by the reduction of lubricants inside the transfer case or metal-to-metal grinding. It’s pretty obvious to most vehicle owners that metal grinding together is never a good thing, so if you hear noises coming from the area where your transmission is located, contact a mechanic as soon as possible.

Why does my transfer case make a grinding noise?

Transfer Case grinding noise – FIXED! Discussion in ‘ Mechanic’s Corner ‘ started by stadt11, May 23, 2010 . My transfer case has started making a horrible grinding noise. First I thought it was coming from the driveshaft or the front/rear diff, but wasn’t sure.

Why does my oil pump make grinding noise?

Oil pump wear clip P/N 12470559 is broken or out of position. This may cause the pump to wear a pin hole in the transfer case rear half. If the wear is severe the transfer case may be damaged due to lack of lubrication. The clip may fatigue and break.

What causes a loud grinding noise when making a turn?

Cause: Posi chatter due to improper lubrication; worn clutches or spider gears; improper assembly Noise:Banging, crunching, or popping while making a turn. Noise not affected by temperature Cause: Badly worn or broken spider gears Noise:Banging or heavy clicking every two to three feet during acceleration and deceleration

What causes vibration in front of my truck?

9, The tire store replaced the tire with a new one but it didn’t help and the vibration is still in the front. 10, Today I got my truck back from the mechanic and he balanced and rotated the tires again. The vibration changed from 70 MPH to 60 MPH now and he thinks that it is vibrating from the rear of the truck.

What kind of noise does a 2003 Chevy make?

2003 Chevy vibrates and roaring noise comes from rear of truck at 40 mph and up. Had the Chevy dealer replace 2 bearings in rear end but did not fix problem.

Why does my car vibration go away at 55 mph?

3, The tire store had all the tires re balanced but the vibration remained. The tire store drove the car and thought that it was the drive shaft. 4, I had the drive shaft totally rebuild and balanced. The vibration at acceleration went away but it still vibrated at 55 – 70 MPH.

Why does my Silverado make a grinding noise?

Suggested the carrier bearing. As the noise really seams it is aft of the transmission. After pulling driveshaft im not sure it is. All seams quiet and tight. Same for u joints. I can feel a little slack in pinon but no more than normal. no vibration or loss of power during acceleration with noise presant.

What makes a loud grinding noise under acceleration?

Re: Loud grinding noise under acceleration. .. Kinda sounds like a Sprague or a drum in the tranny. May not hurt to have them guys hear it. Had that happen in my ’91 1500 2wd. but that was from shock load from spinning. Noise was like a really angry ratchet when the truck was rolling.

What makes a car make a whirling noise when accelerating?

Cause: Loose pinion bearingpreload Noise: Howl with whir or rumble while accelerating at any speed (gears previously quiet) Cause:Worn rear pinion bearing or worn gear set Noise:Howl without whir or rumble while accelerating at any speed (gears previously quiet) Cause:Worn gear set due to lack of lubrication or overloading

Why does my car make clunking noise when I make a turn?

Noise: Banging or clunking while making a turn, backing up, or rapid deceleration (like on a freeway off-ramp). Noise gets worse in warmer weather Cause: Posi chatter due to improper lubrication; worn clutches or spider gears; improper assembly Noise:Banging, crunching, or popping while making a turn. Noise not affected by temperature

Why does my truck make a clicking noise?

If I try to gas it quickly after a stop, the truck hesitates and then kicks in and goes. Then after I shut the truck off I will hear this clicking grinding noise as the throttle body/idle air valve returns to zero?? Sometimes it will also make this noise as I turn the key on before I start the engine.

What to do about grinding noise in front wheel?

You may just need to pump a little grease into the boot & squeeze it into the joint to stop it if it isn’t too far gone. The fact that the noise is worse on a tight turn just solidifies the outer CV joint as being the problem. You should grease the other 3 while you’re at it.

From buying research to owner support, join 1.5 MILLION GM Truck Enthusiasts every month who use GM-Trucks.com as a daily part of their ownership experience. My transfer case has started making a horrible grinding noise. First I thought it was coming from the driveshaft or the front/rear diff, but wasn’t sure.

Why does my truck make a grinding noise?

Clancy, tried your suggestion this afternoon and the truck does not buck or shudder, just the normal 4WD feeling when the front is locked with the rear. Stumpuller6.5 Shits gonna get Abrasive…

Why does my GM Truck make a popping noise?

X2.. This is a bad CV joint causing your clicking & popping Jordan. Check it & see if it’s dry. You may just need to pump a little grease into the boot & squeeze it into the joint to stop it if it isn’t too far gone. The fact that the noise is worse on a tight turn just solidifies the outer CV joint as being the problem.

Why is my front wheel grinding and popping?

In our 4×4 system, we have a passenger side axle disconnect actuator. This should make that axle the axle with the least resistance, and the driveshift should be connected to this axle. If it is, the driveshaft will not be turned by a turning wheel.

Where does the grinding noise come from in a GM Truck?