For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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DEFINITION: A ping, a snap or a clicking noise in the driveline that is usually heard during initial load after the transmission is in gear.
1 | Inspect the rear axle lower control arm for loose bolts/screws. Are there loose bolts/screws in the lower control arm? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Step 3
2 | Tighten the bolts/screws to the specified torque. Refer to Rear Suspension in Suspension. Is there still a ping, a snap or a clicking noise? | -- | Go to Step 3 | System OK
3 | Inspect the universal joints for the following conditions:

• | Wear

• | Damage

Are any of the universal joints worn or damaged?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4 | Replace the worn or damaged universal joint(s). Is there still a ping, a snap or a clicking noise? | -- | Go to Step 5 | System OK
5 | Inspect the fixed yoke in order to determine if the fixed yoke is loose. Is the fixed yoke loose? | -- | Go to Step 6 | --
6 | Tighten the drive pinion gear nut to the specified torque. Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Is there still a ping, a snap or a clicking noise? | -- | -- | System OK