Front differential is going out on left side

1997 FORD EXPLORER
190,000 MILES
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TROBINS
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What are the risks to delaying repair. how much does repair generally cost. v8 awd automatic 97. grinding noises come from drivers side especially when turning. really loud on road. louder when at higher speeds.

Took to mechanic for bearings but bearings were good. was told it was front differential on drivers side. mainly concerned about risks if we delay on fixing it. how much does that usually cost?
Feb 3, 2012 at 11:58 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Dunno how much it will cost it varies with location-could be differential/driveaxle have it further checked-have it done asap
Feb 4, 2012 at 12:08 AM
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I DID SCAN IT GAVE ME A 1804 AND 1837
Feb 4, 2012 at 10:35 PM
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CADIEMAN
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if the axle were bad you would hear it clicking on sharp turn going foward and reverse.call around and get a price on a rebuilt front axle.
Feb 4, 2012 at 10:42 PM
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