2002 Mitsubishi Pajero REAR DIFF NOISE

BOK

MEMBER
2002 MITSUBISHI PAJERO
6 CYL
4WD
MANUAL
156,000 MILES

There is a little hum noise from the back of the car at certain speeds. It changes when I press and release the accelerator. Is it the diff? Will a thicker gear oil help?

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009 AT 12:37 PM

1 Reply

MHPAUTOS

MECHANIC
31,937 POSTS

HI there, A diff will alter pitch with the throttle is feathered, wheel bearings will increase and decrease with road speed, changing the oil may help but the damage is done, the noise will increase and failure will follow if this is not addressed, you may still have some time up your sleeve, get a mechanic to listen to this and get an opinion on the severity of the problem.

Mark (mhpautos)