Symptom Chart

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 additional information, .G215971p1 A: Excessive Driveline Noise

Noise is the same on drive or coast
Possible Source(s):
^ Road.
^ Wheel bearing.
Action(s) to take:
^ Normal conditions.
^ CHECK and INSTALL a new wheel bearing as necessary.

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.

Noise is produced with the vehicle standing and driving
Possible Source(s):
^ Engine.
Action(s) to take:
^ For additional information, refer to Engine.

Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission.
Action(s) to take:
^ For additional information, refer to Transmission.

Noise is more pronounced while turning
Possible Source(s):
^ Differential side gears and pinion gears.
Action(s) to take:
^ For additional information, refer to Front or rear differential side gears and pinion gears.

Loud clunk in the driveline when shifting from reverse to forward
Possible Source(s):
^ Transmission out of calibration.
^ Engine idle speed set too high.
^ Engine mount.
Action(s) to take:
^ Using the Jaguar approved diagnostic system, calibrate the Transmission Control Module (TCM).
^ Check and adjust the idle speed as necessary.
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new engine mounts as necessary.

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:
^ For additional information,

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 suspension components as necessary.

Clicking, popping, or grinding noises
Possible Source(s):
^ Inadequate or contaminated lubrication in the rear drive halfshaft Constant Velocity (CV) joint.
^ Another component contacting the rear drive halfshaft.
^ Wheel bearings, brakes or suspension components.
Action(s) to take:
^ INSPECT, CLEAN and LUBRICATE with new grease as necessary.
^ INSPECT and REPAIR as necessary.
^ INSPECT and INSTALL new components as necessary.

Vibration at highway speeds
Possible Source(s):
^ Out-of-balance wheels or tires.
Action(s) to take:
^ INSTALL new tires as necessary.

Possible Source(s):
^ Driveline out of balance/misalignment.
Action(s) to take:
^ For additional information, refer to the Jaguar approved diagnostic system.

Possible Source(s):
^ Propshaft centre 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.

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):
^ Vent.
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.