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Diagnosis By System

Symptom Chart

Noise is at constant tone over a narrow vehicle speed range. Usually heard on light drive and coast conditions.

Possible Source(s):
^ Rear drive axle.

Action(s) to take:
^ For addition information , GO to Pinpoint Test G544822p1 PINPOINT TEST G544822p1: DRIVESHAFT ALIGNMENT

Noise is the same on drive or coast

Possible Source(s):
^ Road.

Action(s) to take:
^ Normal conditions.

Possible Source(s):
^ Worn or damaged driveshaft joint.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Driveshaft center bearing.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Wheel bearing.

Action(s) to take:
^ CHECK and INSTALL a new wheel bearing as necessary.

Noise is produced with the vehicle standing and driving

Possible Source(s):
^ Engine.

Action(s) to take:
Engine

Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission.

Action(s) to take:

Loud clunk in the driveline when shifting from reverse to forward

Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission calibration.

Action(s) to take:
^ Using the Jaguar approved diagnostic system, re-configure the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available calibration.

Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission Mount.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new transmission mounts as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission.

Action(s) to take:

Possible Source(s):
^ Suspension components.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new suspension components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Backlash in the driveline.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new driveline components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Engine idle speed set too high.

Action(s) to take:
^ Check and adjust the idle speed as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Engine mount.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new engine mounts as necessary.

Clicking, popping, or grinding noises

Possible Source(s):
^ Inadequate or contaminated lubrication in the rear drive halfshaft constant velocity (CV) joint.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT, CLEAN and LUBRICATE with new grease as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Another component contacting the rear drive halfshaft.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and REPAIR as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Wheel bearings, brakes or suspension components.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new components as necessary.

Vibration at highway speeds

Possible Source(s):
^ Out-of-balance wheel(s) or tire(s).

Action(s) to take:
^ BALANCE and INSTALL new wheel(s) and tire(s) as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Driveline out of balance/misalignment.

Action(s) to take:
Possible Source(s):
^ Driveshaft center bearing touching body mounting point.

Action(s) to take:
^ Check for correct spacer washer thickness.
INSPECT and INSTALL new washers as necessary.

Shudder, Vibration During Acceleration

Possible Source(s):
^ Powertrain/driveline misalignment.

Action(s) to take:
^ CHECK for misalignment.
INSTALL new components as necessary. For driveshaft alignment, GO to Pinpoint Test G544822pl.

Possible Source(s):
^ High constant velocity (CV) joint operating angles caused by incorrect ride height.

Action(s) to take:
^ CHECK the ride height and VERIFY the correct spring rate.
INSTALL new components as necessary.

Lubricant Leak

Possible Source(s):
^ Rear drive axle breather.

Action(s) to take:
^ Check oil level and correct as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Damaged seal.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Rear drive axle filler plug.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new components as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Rear drive axle rear cover joint.

Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new components as necessary.