Why does my Chevy Silverado make a clunking noise?

Some owners have said that fuel sloshing in the fuel tank makes a clunking noise. This should be a minor noise, but if you have really good ears, you can check. The fuel tank or tanks will need to be half-full or less.

What kind of car makes a clunking sound?

This is a 2000 GMC Yukon XL 4×4 with 157k on the clock. With the vehicle completely stopped and my foot firmly on the brake, I will shift either into or out of Reverse and the clunking sound is made.

What makes a clunking sound when shifting into drive?

This sound is NOT made when shifting into Drive, 3, 2, or 1. On a lift at my mechanic, it appears to be coming from the transfer case. There is also some “fluid” on the outside of the case but no apparent drip to leak per say. Any ideas?

Why does my 4 wheel drive clunk when turning?

When shifting into 4WD if the rear wheels are rotating it will grind and or bang, when it engages. This is bad news since you could potentially break teeth off internal gears inside the transfer case.

Why does my Chevy truck make a clunking noise?

Discussion in ‘ Chevy Trucks ‘ started by VnDrWLawnCare, Jan 4, 2009 . Hopefully someone else has experienced this problem and can help me out. It doesnt happen every time, but close to… when taking off from a stop i get a clunk noise from the rear end. It feels like it is loose or something is moving or shifting.

Why does my Silverado make a popping noise when I turn?

The noise seemed to be coming from the passenger side, but I can feel the pop through the floor as well. The noise has become progressively louder (sometimes a BANG!) and appears to be louder the steeper the incline I park on. The noise has started to occur in drive at low speeds, but only during sharp LEFT turns.

What causes a Silverado front end to clunk?

Turns out that the bushing at the end of the cross-member where the rear of the torsion bar mounts is loose (see photos). The torsion bar is firm in the cross-member, but there is alot of movement and knocking in the connection where the cross-member attaches to the frame. The cross-member moves up and down when I lift the vehicle from belos.

When does a truck make a humming noise?

The noise has started to occur in drive at low speeds, but only during sharp LEFT turns. I can now replicate the noise nearly 100% of the time if the truck is on any degree of incline when making sharp left turns. I have noticed a humming sound from the front wheels at highway speeds (wheel bearings).

Why does my GM Truck make a popping noise?

Noise sounded like it was coming from the front passengers side so I changed the cv axle, but the noise persists. Noise does not seem to occur when the truck is in neutral and rolling, but as soon as you put it into gear it begins to make the popping noise.

What do you do when your transmission clunks?

Put the emergency brake on and your truck in neutral. Putting blocks behind and in front of a wheel is extra insurance. Grab the drive shaft as well as the differential yoke, turn it one way and then the other. Look and listen for slack in the u-joints. You will be able to tell if one is loose. That is the culprit.

What causes a big clunk when you replace a drive shaft?

Typical drive shaft slip joint. After you replace the drive shaft, that little ‘Jolt and Slam” should be gone like a freight train. A little bit of play in the slip joint can cause a big clunk, so this works well. It is a well known problem with this series of GM truck.

Why does my Chevy Silverado clunk when I put it in reverse?

Either way, there are ways to fix the problem to keep your truck running nice, quiet, and smooth. Loose u-joints cause a terrible clunk when you put your truck in reverse or drive, and are actually dangerous.

When does the clunk come back in my truck?

Enjoy your truck with extremely less of a clunk or eliminated for about 8-10 month. Repeat if the clunk come back. Last edited by starspangled6.0 on Feb 11 2012, 9:07pm, edited 1 time in total.

How to fix driveline clunk in Chevy truck?

My truck is a NNBS 2008 crew cab and it was doing the clunk. I’ve also heard that marine grease works a little better because it’s thicker. dalejrfan88 wrote: The fix for my 03 was dipping a racquetball in Vaseline and putting it in drive shaft to soak up the extra lash/play. Then it was silent.

How to fix driveline clunk in Chevy Silverado?

BTW: If your car is still under warranty, the dealer is now obligated to replace the u-joint with a new part. prior protocol for them was to apply grease as shown above. just a lil FYI i found out last month when i took my 08 Silverado into the delear for this service. I’m reading this just before I take my ’09 in on Saturday for a few issues.

When did Chevy Silverado High Country Crew Cab shake?

We spoke with one Chevy customer, Nicholas Maratea, who purchased a 2014 Silverado High Country Crew Cab with the 5.3-liter V8 and 20-inch wheels on October 23, 2014. On a warm day in late February, Maratea noticed a shaking that he said “feels like driving on cobblestones,” at around 77 mph.

Is it annoying to come to a stop and feel the clunk?

As you know, it is extremely annoying to come to a stop and feel that Chevy patented clunk just like someone has just rear-ended you. Well, after several online posts, I finally decided to do my truck.

Enjoy your truck with extremely less of a clunk or eliminated for about 8-10 month. Repeat if the clunk come back. Last edited by starspangled6.0 on Feb 11 2012, 9:07pm, edited 1 time in total.

How can I Fix my Silverado Sierra Drive line?

Step one, loosen the four 11mm bolts by the rear end. Step 2, carefully pry off the driveline from the rear end. Step 3, have a buddy help you and pull away from the transmission firmly careful not to pull too hard and bang your drive line.

But in GM’s infinite wisdom, they overlooked the matter of the so-called “intermediate shaft” in the steering assembly, and that oversight has led to an unfortunate clunking noise. The intermediate steering shaft has also led to a number of technical bulletins, but that’s another story.

Why does my steering wheel make a clicking sound?

Clicking or popping sounds while steering Another common symptom of a broken or failing steering rack mounting bushing is a clicking or popping sound when you turn the steering wheel to the left or right.

Why does my front end pop when I turn the steering wheel?

The parking spots at my office garage are on an incline ~5% grade. I started hearing a clunk/popping noise from the front end when backing out of the spot and turning the steering wheel LEFT almost at full lock.

What to do if your Chevy Silverado steering wheel spins?

Intermediate steering shaft connections and bolts. Once the bolt and bracket are out, the steering wheel will be able to spin freely, but don’t let it. Make sure to keep it still in top dead center position or you could risk damaging some of the electronic components inside.

What makes a cracking noise when turning the steering wheel?

Clunking/cracking noise when turing steering wheel. Listen to the noise in video when turning the steering wheel! Front bearings (on struts) worn out. Noise is from springs snapping.. First I thought problem were due to bad sway bar link. Cost to fix at mechanic: Strut bearings, mount and Mechanics time came to a total of ~210 Euro…. Loading…

What causes a clunking sound in the steering column?

1. Clunking sound in the steering column. When you’re driving and you hear a “clunking” sound coming from the front of your car, it’s typically caused by a loose or worn out bushing. This sound is common with worn out stabilizer bar bushings, upper control arm bushings, and the steering rack mounting bushings.

Where does the lifter sound come from on a Chevy Silverado?

You can hear lifter click best around the top of the engine, and isolate the noise with a stethoscope against the valve cover. It will occur at idle and increases as you rev the engine, continuing even when the engine is warm. Valve lifter noise is detrimental and should be addressed quickly.

Where does the clunk come from on a Chevy Silverado?

The clunk will appear to come from the front, under your feet. When upshifting from 2nd to 3rd or downshifting from 3rd to 2nd, the 4L60E transmission may clunk. In TSB 01-07-30-042B (Jan 16, 2004) GM has stated that this is normal and no service is required.

Where does the clunk come from on the front of a Silverado?

Exactly – that’s why I spent quite bit of effort looking at the front end parts (i.e. ball joints, bearings, bushings, tie-rods, etc.). Finally noticed that when I pushed the front end up and down while standing beside the vehicle, the noise was actually coming from behind the cab.

Why does my car clunk when I turn the wheel?

It could be that something is shifting in the suspension and making the clunk. Getting under there and moving stuff around and even getting someone to turn the wheel all the way to the left to see if you can better pinpoint the location is what I would recommend.

What can I do about clunking sound from front suspension?

1. Clean the surface area of the upper spring seat using fine sandpaper. 2. Apply a light coat of automotive adhesion promoter to the top of the dust boot (shield) on the inside edge and to the top of the bumper. Allow to dry 10 minutes.

Why does my Silverado have a clunky drive shaft?

It has that stupid drive-shaft clunk. I have heard of the grease method as well as the racquetball method, both are band aids but not fixes to the problem. The actual problem, or what I have researched is that, under acceleration, the axle rotates causing axle wrap, that axle wrap in return pushes the drive-shaft forward causing the clunk.

Why does my car clunk when I shake the box?

What I think happened is there was grit between my springs and they weren’t moving side to side, causing my axle to move side to side making a clunk while driving. While I can still replicate the clunk if I REALLY shake the box side to side, it does not clunk while driving over bumps and whatnot because the springs are now absorbing that.

When do I hear a clunk from my rear axle?

Clunk from rear axle/side to side movement. Hello. Recently in the past week or so I’ve noticed a clunk coming from my rear end when I’m cornering or going over bumps in the road or uneven pavement. If i shake the truck box I can replicate the sound, and it sounds as if the rear axle is moving side to side.

What makes the steering clunk on a Silverado?

The original shaft had slight play in it, but the plastic caged bearing definitely had far more play in it. Next time you guys want to examine the source of the steering clunk, check that plastic bearing assembly on the end of the column.

What should the steering be like on a Chevy Silverado?

Steering should be like a bowl of pudding: smooth and noiseless. Continue reading to make sure the steering in your Chevy Silverado stays like a bowl of pudding. This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado GMT800 (1999-2006).

What kind of steering problem does a 2005 Chevy Silverado have?

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while driving over a bump in the road and turning the steering wheel the vehicle made a loud clanking sound. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired.

Why is my Chevy Silverado making a clunking noise?

A loud clunk from the front end during low speed turns, which is particularly noticeable on unimproved roads. The clunk vibration travels up to the steering wheel, particularly while turning the wheel. GM has released numerous TSBs, either calling to grease or replace the intermediate steering shaft.

How to fix the ” steering clunk “-Silverado Sierra?

Okay, so after several positive reviews and a suggestion to make this a how-to, here’s my roughly 3 minute video on how to fix the steering clunk often found in 03-06 GM trucks. As far as I know, this should work in all GM trucks and SUV’s from 2003-2006, but I bet it will work on newer as well as older rigs.

Why is my 2005 Chevy Silverado not working?

2005 Silverado with brake problems customer states that this is a safety defect* the consumer stated approached a stop sign and realized the brakes were not working properly and the power assist was not working. The consumer left the vehicle with the dealer for 2 days to assess the problem but to no avail.

It feels like it’s loose or something if I let off the gas and give it gas it sometimes feels like it goes around and when it catches it makes a loud clunking noise anyone have any solution/suggestions? 62 people found this helpful. have a ford 150 have it in 2 wheel drive but still have front passenger side locked in 4 wheel help thanks

What causes 4 wheel drive to jerk when turning?

Continued driving in 4-Hi with a temporary 4WD on a hi traction surface will result in drive line components like u-joints, axle and transfer gears, bearings and drive-shafts to fail. If you would like to learn more about axle-binding, continue reading!

Why is my truck stuck in 4 wheel drive?

My truck seems to be stuck in four wheel drive even though my switch is in 2 wheel drive. When driving it sounds like it is stuck in. I have tried to stop and switch between all ranges in nuetral mand it does not work.

What causes a 4WD car to under steer?

This phenomenon is caused by the front wheels battling the rotational force coming from the front drive shaft as it tries to slow down the front wheels, causing the massive under-steer effect. You should avoid engaging 4WD on a high traction surface at all costs.

Why does my 4 wheel drive make a clunking noise?

A damaged front differential is another reason why you could experience a loud clunking sound emanating from your 4-wheel drive. lets inspect other potential drivetrain components that could result in loud metal clunking noises coming from the front of your 4-wheel drive.

Where does the clunk come from in a 4 wheel drive car?

Heard a pop and clunk from underneath me. Now every time I go into gear reverse or drive I hear a loud clunk coming from the front half of the t case. 4 wheel drive low high and auto work. Driving down the road she is smooth and the trans shifts fine.

Why does my car clunk when I turn a corner?

It’s only under acceleration in a corner that the sound is very audible. The clunking sound is usually in sync with the speed of the wheel rotation. Meaning, the faster you accelerate into a corner the faster the clunking sound becomes. What causes Clunking Sounds?

Why does my T case clunk when put into drive?

If anyone has heard of this issue before and has some info on it would be much appreciated. forgot to mention, I also pulled driveshaft lubed the slip yoke and checked U joints, Also changed rear diff fluid as well, diff and u joints in great shape.

Why does my Chevy Silverado make a clunking noise?