have a poping in the rear only when turning the vehicle

2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
16,000 MILES
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JO JO
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no play in axles, no play in drive line
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:10 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Check rear suspension, wheel bearings and brakes
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:16 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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What i suspect is happening is that you have a limited slip differential and the side clutches are chattering.
The cure for this is to drain the gear oil and when refilling it, add a bottle of friction modifier. It's sold at most auto parts stores in a small couple ounce bottle.
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:35 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Merry Christmas -Wrench
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:37 PM
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Right back at ya Ras. Hope you had a great holiday. I'm not sure about the time difference but I suspect it might be Monday over there now, right?
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:40 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Yes-sir it 0941hrs here
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:42 PM
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1840hrs on the 25th here
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:44 PM
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RASMATAZ
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9hrs ahead and a day behind-WoW! what a difference-have fun and goodnite
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:50 PM
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It's the 26th there, right?
Dec 25, 2011 at 11:54 PM
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Yes sir-you're day shy-bye for now
Dec 26, 2011 at 12:20 AM
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