I would recommend pulling the driveshaft and inspect the U-joints, if that is not the problem it is possibly caused by the pinion output shaft in the rear end, that was the case with mine. Hope this helps get you going in the right direction
SOURCE: replace ball joints
Remove in this order: wheel, loosen the 4 lower ball joint set bolts, cotter pin and nut from tie rod, tie rod from ball joint bracket, ball joint from lower control arm, 4 lower ball joint set bolts, ball joint from suspension. Install is reverse but don't tighten the 4 lower ball joint set bolts.
torque is as follows:
ball joint to control arm- 112 ft-lbs
Tie rod nut- 67 ft-lbs
lower ball joint set bolts- 83 ft-lbs
remember to use a new cotter pin
SOURCE: universal joint is making a clicking noise
You have c/v joints not universals...first you need to figure out which side is making noise, generally you will find a torn boot around the bad one....Job is not terribly difficult, best to get a chilton or haynes manual for our car to guide you through it, if you haven't done lots of work like this though. Complete axles are easier to do and not very expensive (depends on car) shops set their own hourly rates so it largely depends on what the "going rate" is in your area.
SOURCE: My 2004 Colorado Squeaks when driven in reverse
Yup, U-joints do squeeek and a a good place to start. Does the joint show any signs of rusting? If so, it's your culprit.
SOURCE: Replacing front drive axle universal joints.
Please explain step by step how to replace the front U Joints Front Axle!
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