squeak/rattle on acceleration

druuu88

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Yesterday my '98 4runner started making a weird squeaking sound. It gets worse when accelerating in Drive (no noise when revving in neutral). Noise is also apparent when rolling to a stop, at say a stop sign, but once I'm completely stopped, the noise stops. It does not sound like it is coming from the engine bay, but more from the back driver side somewhere. It is a high pitched rattle/squeak, almost sounding like metal on metal? Any ideas?? I'm on a college budget and can't afford to take it in for nothing....


I truly appreciate any help or tips anyone can offer...
 
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im about 99% sure your pinion bearing in your rear differential. Ask FoneRunner about it.
p.s. if it is the pinion bearing and it will be cheaper and easier to just replace the entire differential.
 
I replaced mine too if i can be of help, darkrunner gave me the directions though.

Here is what DarkRunner told me:

"Make sure you put the gasket on correctly. It will seem as though it doesnt fit if you put it on backwards so just flip it over and it'll line up. Also soak it in water while you're removing everything, this makes it more flexible so theres less of a chance of it ripping while you're putting your new diff on and also use some silicone.

Make sure to take your wheels off before you remove the axles cause its a pain in the ass trying to get your axle splines lined up with all that weight. Be careful of your axle seals (just make sure you dont rip them). If you have abs you dont need to remove the sensor. Make sure to put a clamp on your brake line.
If you have the locking diff you'll have to remove your gas tank skid plate and your anti-roll bar (not the whole thing, just where its connected to the axle, then push it up and hang it) to get your diff in and out. Also, put your axle on jack stands then use another jack to lift the frame and body off the axle. Its not necessary but it gives you a lot more room to work and makes everything much easier.
That should be it. If you run into any problems or have any more questions, feel free to ask."

Darkrunner said it would take 4-6 hours (He did it on his driveway with handtools), it took me about 2 hours and 45 minutes but i also used a lift and power tools in a shop.
 
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hey sounds like i might have the same problem in my runner so what did it turn out to be? should i take the above advice and replace the u-joint or pinion?????:roadkill::happens:
 
I've got the same weird noise from somewhere underneath of the truck.
So what was the werdict: u-joint or pinion?
 
reviving this thread. Trying to figure out what this sound is. If anyone in the Portland area is willing to help, Would it be possible to meet up so you can ride along to hear this noise? I have similar symptoms but it seems to be only under acceleration and is most noticeable at around 30mph. Can't hear it when revving at Park or Neutral. Someone PLEASE HELP!
 
Generally, u joints will cause vibration, pinion bearing (or carrier bearings) will cause a whining sound. Should be relatively easy to differentiate the two.
 
after posting this i went out to figure out the conditions under which the noise is heard. Driving around after cold start, it was very minimal and was heard more after the motor warmed up. There is also a rattle type noise like something is loose that I can hear from the rear of the truck and also on the sunroof...Any ideas what could be causing this?
 
reviving this thread. Trying to figure out what this sound is. If anyone in the Portland area is willing to help, Would it be possible to meet up so you can ride along to hear this noise? I have similar symptoms but it seems to be only under acceleration and is most noticeable at around 30mph. Can't hear it when revving at Park or Neutral. Someone PLEASE HELP!

hey if you havent found it or figured it out yet let me know, i am not working right now, and have most everyday free, but tomorrow would be best as the fiance will be home and can watch our son... give me a call 503 953 3085 i live in vancouver though, off of 205...
 
Thanks The KiD. I really appreciate it. Unfortunately I don't have much time this week due to finals >_< I hope you have time maybe next week?
 

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