Drivetrain - Ping Noise When Shifting From 'D' to 'R'
NUMBER: 03-004-07GROUP: Differential & Driveline
DATE: December 19, 2007
SUBJECT:
Ringing Sound Coming From Propeller Shaft When Transmission Is Shifted From Drive To Reverse Or Reverse To Drive
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing transmission output flange on certain vehicles and applying "Stud N Bearing Mount Adhesive" to the transmission output shaft flange splines.
MODELS:
2007 (KA) Nitro
2007 (L2) 300C (China)
2006 - 2007 (LE) 300/300 Touring (International Markets)
2005 - 2007 (LX) 300/Magnum/Charger
2005 - 2007 (WH) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)
2005 - 2007 (WK) Grand Cherokee
2006 - 2007 (XH) Commander (International Markets)
2006 - 2007 (XK) Commander
NOTE:
This bulletin only applies to RWD vehicles equipped with NAGI transmission (sales code DGJ).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A ringing, snapping or popping sound may be heard coming from the drive line when the transmission is shifted from forward to reverse or reverse to forward. The sound may also occur when the brakes are released after shifting into or out of Drive or Reverse.
DIAGNOSIS:
Start the vehicle, apply the park brake and shift the transmission from forward to reverse and back with the brakes applied. If the sound is present, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
CAUTION:
Mark the propeller shaft in relation to the transmission and axle flanges prior to removal.
1. Remove propeller shaft: refer to the detailed removal procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE > PROPELLER SHAFT > REMOVAL
2. Using Special tools C-3281 and 8992, remove the transmission output shaft nut and remove the flange (Fig. 1).
3. Is your vehicle one of the following vehicle/engine configurations?
a. Yes >>> Proceed to Step # 4.
b. No >>> Proceed to Step # 5.
- 2005 LX 5.7L built prior to August 18, 2004?
- 2005 LX6.1L or WK 3.7L built prior to June 22, 2005?
- 2006 LX 3.5L built prior to June 22, 2005?
4. Replace output flange with corresponding part number in Parts Table above.
5. Clean the splines on the output shaft and the output flange and apply a thin coating of MOPAR Stud N' Bearing Mount Adhesive, p/n 04318031 or equivalent, to the splines of the output flange.
6. Install the flange and tighten the nut to 200 Nm (150 ft. lbs.).
7. Stake the nut using 9078 staking tool and C-4171 drive handle.
8. Install propeller shaft: refer to the detailed installation procedures available in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT under: Service Info > 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE > PROPELLER SHAFT > INSTALLATION.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.