2001 Jeep Wrangler Rear noise at first gear low speed

2001 JEEP WRANGLER
101,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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NIYAWRANGLER
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I have noise coming from the rear of my jeep at slow speeds, going up steep hills or around tight turns at slow speed.
a metal on metal, binding sound...clicking.

Jeep runs great otherwise, and it doesnt go off road.

Is it bearings, or axles, or other???

Thank You, Bill O'Sullivan
Jun 30, 2009 at 3:33 AM
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AIRSOFTSOLDRECN9
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Have you had your rear disk brakes checked recently?

Make sure the U joints on the drive shaft are well lubricated.

If you would like to better identify the problem raise the vehicle and securely rest the rear axle on two jackstands with a 1/2 ton floor jack resting under the differential. Place blocks behind the front wheels and ensure that the vehicle is in 2 wheel drive. Start the vehicle and place it in drive and start listening for the location of your abnormal noise.
Jun 30, 2009 at 3:04 PM
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