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TheAlmightyBob
09-11-2014, 06:38 AM
So the wife got home yesterday and complained of a noise while parking the car. I told her to come show me, and while switching from park to drive, I hear clanking from this video. So I told her to go from reverse to drive a bunch of times while I look around and pin point the sound. At first I thought it was the lower transmission mount, but I did sound like it was come from the passenger side axle. So today I took the wheel off to inspect the brakes for a squeel and figured I would take this video and ask for your opinions.

I admit, Im a noob when it comes to thing more complicated than regular maintenance. But I always like to know what the problem is so I can figure out what the next steps are. So if you dont mind watching the video and sharing your thoughts, I would be very grateful. Also, sorry, did this on my phone.


http://youtu.be/j9zbbujkFzg

Scopeman
09-11-2014, 07:34 AM
Try tightening the axle bolt.

kef
09-11-2014, 11:30 AM
Careful tightening the axle bolt!! Follow the spec strictly. If you over-tighten it, you may snap the bolt inside the axle (I've done that). If you must tighten, please use a new bolt and follow the torque and turn spec.

As for your problem...I'm thinking an outside CV joint lacking lubrication. Any boot tears? leaks?

TheAlmightyBob
09-12-2014, 05:14 AM
I was just wondering if that was excessive play or not. I know the noise just started recently because I hadnt heard it before. I will look into replace the bolt with a new one.

The outer looks new, the inner didnt look to have any cracks, and was dry on the outside.

vtl
09-12-2014, 10:01 AM
I have same play in both P2s.

Swagger XC
09-16-2014, 08:43 PM
^Same