Driveline - Pinging/Creaking Noise: Overview

Bulletin No.: 001/99
Issued: 11/10/99
Revised:

Section
03

Model/s
1991-94 NAVAJO B-SERIES

Subject
PING/CREAK NOISE FROM DRIVELINE - TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED

BULLETIN NOTE
^ This bulletin supersedes J 001/98, issued 11/04/98. The REPAIR PROCEDURE has changed.

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

1991 - 94 Navajo 4WD
1994 - 97 B-Series Cab Plus 2WD
1994 - 97 B-Series Regular Cab & Cab Plus 4WD

DESCRIPTION

A "ping" or "creak" (not a clunk) noise may be heard from the driveline when engine torque is initially applied (shifting gears or engaging clutch). The cause of the noise is driveshaft or transfer case yoke snapping across the spline clearance on the output shaft as torque is applied.

Customers complaining of this concern should have the vehicle repaired according to the following procedure.

PART(S) INFORMATION - Obtain locally

Mazda dealers in the U.S. - Call 1-800-338-9000, 8am to 5pm (EST) or fax 1-800-548-7369

Mazda dealers in Canada - Call 1-905-890-6511, or fax 1-905-890-6522
Ask for Loctite Quick Metal Retaining Compound Program PIN 20297 OR 66010





WARRANTY INFORMATION

Note
^ This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty term information.