Weird metal scraping noise
11-19-2016, 05:59 PM
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Weird metal scraping noise
So when im driving 25 or faster there is a metallic scraping noise coming from what sounds like right underneath the drivers seat. It goes away as im slowing down to stop and doesnt do it when idleing. I took a video to record the sound but dont know how to upload it on here.
11-19-2016, 06:07 PM
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Year: 2000 and 1998
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Engine: 4.0
So when im driving 25 or faster there is a metallic scraping noise coming from what sounds like right underneath the drivers seat. It goes away as im slowing down to stop and doesnt do it when idleing. I took a video to record the sound but dont know how to upload it on here.
you gotta try stuff to see changes if any,
11-19-2016, 06:15 PM
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I know its impossible to really tell without actually looking at it. But the noise just so happened to appear when i get off work and the shop i work at is closed until monday.
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11-19-2016, 07:34 PM
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On the back side of the TC there are 2 hex plugs ( 10mm iirc) one high and one low. Remove the higher plug and the fluid should be level with the bottom of the hole. Make sure you are on a level surface.
11-19-2016, 07:46 PM
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Okay. If its low would it make that noise? Im sure it atleaat needs to be replacced. Its been in my family for atleast 15 years and have no idea when it was last changed. I just took it over from my brother
11-19-2016, 07:57 PM
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Yup, the shift forks have plastic friction pads on them. If the fluid gets too low the plastic will melt off allowing the aluminum fork to rattle. Also a stretched chain will drag the bottom of the case and cause a similar noise. If it's really low the damage is done and you'll either have to overhaul the case or replace it.
11-19-2016, 08:00 PM
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Yup, the shift forks have plastic friction pads on them. If the fluid gets too low the plastic will melt off allowing the aluminum fork to rattle. Also a stretched chain will drag the bottom of the case and cause a similar noise. If it's really low the damage is done and you'll either have to overhaul the case or replace it.
11-20-2016, 08:18 PM
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I have a question...... I took off my drive shaft for my4x4. Can I cut the chain in my transferring case cause it's making a horrible metal scrapping noise. It's driving me crazy please someone HELP
11-22-2016, 10:42 AM
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Yup, the shift forks have plastic friction pads on them. If the fluid gets too low the plastic will melt off allowing the aluminum fork to rattle. Also a stretched chain will drag the bottom of the case and cause a similar noise. If it's really low the damage is done and you'll either have to overhaul the case or replace it.