Center carrier bearing replaced

2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
180,000 MILES • 4WD
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DLANDRUM
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I replaced the center carrier bearing and now there is a knocking coming from it. I had the bearing itself pressed on but not sure if the u-joint needs to be pressed on and if that is causing the noise?
Jun 13, 2018 at 5:10 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon.

If the bearing was pressed on correctly and the flange installed and torqued correctly, the only other thing is the u joint. Was that replaced as well?

Roy
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Jun 13, 2018 at 6:21 AM
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DLANDRUM
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Yes, that was replaced also, but was not machine pressed.
Jun 13, 2018 at 6:32 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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It is possible that it is the issue. Did you return to the shop and have them recheck there work?

There are two more u joints as well. They will need to be checked.

Roy
Jun 13, 2018 at 6:49 AM
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DLANDRUM
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No I have not, but will remove the drive shaft and have the u-joints machined on and then replace it as one piece and then I will let you know. Thanks
Jun 13, 2018 at 7:19 AM
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Sounds like a plan. Keep us updated.

Roy
Jun 13, 2018 at 7:28 AM
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