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Question: I am hearing noise from my rear differential

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whs, Westerville, OH, February 22, 2011, 08:55
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This 2005 4WD 6 cyl. Mercury Mariner has 130,000 miles. I am hearing noise ( grinding, pulsating ) from differential.Fluid levels, shifting functions are all OK. Metal shavings in pan are present. Is it ready to fail?

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    Superbob February 23, 2011, 16:37
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    Sounds like the differential bearings are worn out, grinding up and failure is imminent. It's cheaper to address this before the gears are damaged by the metal chips in the oil.

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    Visitor, March 16, 2011, 15:44

    I have a 2008 Mariner.The differential needs replaced.What could the cost be.

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