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Old Sep 12, 2002 | 01:56 PM
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 01:18 PM
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Front end noise

If I lock my hubs in manually to get everything lubed up, the front ends makes a squeaking sound and a slight ticking noise. Unlock the hubs and the noise is gone. Lock in the hubs automatically and the noise comes back. I rotated my tires a couple days again and on the front pass. side there was a little (smelled it before I found it) gear oil between the rotor and the wheel. My truck is also pulling to the right on braking. Anybody else seen this issue before? I haven't taken to the dealer yet because the last time they really made my angry. I am looking for a new dealer to go to at the moment. Thanks for any info.

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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 02:34 PM
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Front end noise

Sounds like the hub isn't fully engaging.

Good luck with your new dealer.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 04:54 PM
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How do I tell if it is fully engaged. I locked the hubs in manually and then got out and tried to turn the front shaft and the u-joints at the wheels. Everything seems locked up. There is some freeplay in the front shaft when everthing is locked. It feels the same way if I lock them in automatically.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 06:14 PM
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Front end noise

>How do I tell if it is fully engaged.

The actual best way is to remove and inspect. Sorry...
 
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Old Sep 13, 2002 | 08:28 PM
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Front end noise

Can I remove them without a manual? I can't find one for my truck yet. Once I get them off what would I need to look for? Damage, worn seals, anything in particular. Thanks.
 
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Old Sep 14, 2002 | 09:46 PM
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Front end noise

if you smelled gear oil i would look at my seals and make sure they are ok.


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