Driveshaft, Axle and Drivetrain Noise FAQs
Follow along to learn more about these unwanted noises.
Drivetrain: Diagnostic Test Drive
Problems can be spotted from the moment you put the vehicle in gear.
Transmission 2.0: Reprogramming Drivetrain Modules
If you’re performing drivetrain service and replacement, you need to be able to reflash or reprogram the transmission.
Diagnostic Test Drive For Drivetrain
Once the vehicle is moving, you might hear a whine coming from the center of the vehicle. The noise will change as speed increases and might change as power is applied.
Dana Introduces Aftermarket Drivetrain Upgrades For Jeep Gladiator
The line of axle upgrades includes Ultimate Dana 60 front- and rear-axles, as well as Ultimate Dana 44 AdvanTEK front axles.
VIDEO: Diagnosing Drivetrain Stabilization
The angles of the universal and cardan joints on a driveshaft have a limited range of motion. If the angle of the pinion, transmission or axle exceed the specifications, it can result in noise and damage to the drivetrain. Andrew Markel shows how a worn motor mount or damaged axle can result in a customer noise compliant. Sponsored by TrakMotive.
Dana Introduces Aftermarket Drivetrain Upgrades For Jeep Wrangler JL
The line of drivetrain upgrades includes Ultimate Dana 60 front and rear axles, Spicer Performance nodular iron differential covers, chromoly axle shafts, bearing kits and expanded ratio gears.
How To Diagnose NVH Complaints In Drivetrain Components
Thanks to advanced technology, modern vehicles operate with fewer noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) complaints than ever before. Consequently, when a NVH issue arises, it’s most likely caused by worn drivetrain components like universal joints, constant velocity joints or wheel bearing hub assemblies. In any case, NVH complaints can often be the most challenging to diagnose when you can’t duplicate the driving conditions under which they occur.
Drive Shaft And Drivetrain Vibrations: Understanding The Order And Math
To determine if a vibration is vehicle- or engine-speed related, the easiest thing to do is slip the transmission into neutral and let the vehicle coast when the vibration is most noticeable. If the vibration continues, then the vibration is vehicle-speed related. Likewise, if the vibration subsides, the vibration is engine-speed related.
Active Drivetrains And Differentials
Vehicles equipped with 4×4 or all-wheel-drive (AWD) systems are designed to provide advantages throughout the year, but winter tends to bring these vehicles into focus.
