2004 Dodge Ram Rear end noise

2004 DODGE RAM
118,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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DKBC2263
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When accelerating or slowing the rear end makes thumping noise and shakes. I need to know if these are symptoms of a rear differential.
Sep 1, 2008 at 9:56 AM
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MERLIN2021
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First thing to check are the U-joints on the driveshaft, and look for missing balance wieghts.
Sep 1, 2008 at 10:01 AM
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