1995 Nissan 300ZX clicking/ratcheting in rear when in rever

Tiny
JCBARON
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  • 1995 NISSAN 300ZX
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 210,000 MILES
Clicking/ratcheting in rear when in reverse, is my diff shot?
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 AT 5:01 AM

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Tiny
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More than likely it is the rear CV shaft(s). Inspect the boots for cracks/tears/rips and leaking fluid.

If the boots are leaking grease, then that would be the problem as opposed to the diff.

Water and debris gets in the joint and causes metal to metal contact.
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Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 AT 9:39 AM

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