For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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DEFINITION: Transaxle is noisy is all gears.
1 | Inspect that the gears are properly lubricated. Are the gears properly lubricated? |  | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 2
2 | Lubricate the gears. Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 3
3 | Inspect for worn or damaged wheel bearings. Are the bearings worn or damaged? |  | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5
4 | Repair or replace the wheel bearings as needed. Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 5
5 | Inspect for worn, scored, or chipped input/output shaft gear. Do any of these conditions exist? |  | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 7
6 | Repair or replace any worn or damaged gear. Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 7
7 | Inspect the differential housing for cracks or foreign objects between the shaft and the differential. Do any of these conditions exist? |  | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 9
8 | Repair or replace the differential housing or housing components as needed. Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 9
9 | Inspect the output gear bearing for wear or damage. Is the bearing worn or damaged? |  | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 11
10 | Repair or replace the output gear bearing as needed. Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 11
11 | Inspect for a loose shift rail guide bolt. Is the shift rail guide bolt loose? |  | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 13
12 | Tighten the bolt to specifications. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications Has the noise disappeared? |  | System OK | Go to Step 13
13 | Disassemble the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Case Disassemble |  |  |