1995 Nissan 300ZX clicking/ratcheting in rear when in rever

1995 NISSAN 300ZX
210,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JCBARON
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clicking/ratcheting in rear when in reverse, is my diff shot?
Nov 18, 2008 at 5:01 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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More than likely it is the rear CV shaft(s). Inspect the boots for cracks/tears/rips and leaking fluid.

If the boots are leaking grease, then that would be the problem as opposed to the diff.

Water and debris gets in the joint and causes metal to metal contact.
Nov 18, 2008 at 9:39 AM
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