Part Description: 2007 Cadillac XLR Propeller Shaft Assembly
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Vehicle Fitment
2007 Cadillac XLR | Base, Platinum, V | 8 Cyl 4.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
FAQ for Driveshaft Repair
Q: How do you install the drive line vibration dampener?
A:
You can position the dampener on the vehicle, install the two dampener bolts and install the exhaust pipe lower hanger bolts.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the drive line vibration dampener?
A:
The procedure is to remove the exhaust pipe lower hanger bolts, remove the two dampener bolts and remove the dampener.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What causes a rotating squeak noise?
A:
The propeller shaft balance weight off the propeller shaft in the bottom of the driveline tube causes a rotating squeak noise.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: When does a knocking or clunking noise occur?
A:
Knocking or clunking noise occurs when operating the vehicle in high gear or coasting in NEUTRAL at 16 km/h (10 mph).
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the purpose of texting the vehicle under the same conditions that the customer reported?
A:
The purpose is to verify the system is operating properly.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What may cause a whirring or squealing type of noise?
A:
Awhirring or squealing type of noise may be caused by a worn bearing.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What causes a propeller shaft out-of-balance condition?
A:
Apropeller shaft out-of-balance condition may be caused by a bent propeller shaft, loose or missing components or weights, and worn or broken coupling.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What may cause a sliding, scraping, or ticking type of noise during acceleration or deceleration?
A:
Adetached balance weight may cause a sliding, scraping, or ticking-type noise during acceleration or deceleration.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What may be the cause of a rattle-type noise, mainly at idle, in the flywheel area of the transmission housing?
A:
Aloose propeller shaft hub clamp bolt may cause a rattle-type noise.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What may create a vibration?
A:
Apropeller shaft out-of-balance condition may create a vibration.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the draining procedure for the rear axle lubricant?
A:
The procedure is to raise and support the vehicle, clean any dirt from around the Differential drain plug, remove the drain plug and washer and drain the fluid.
Q: How do you install the differential carrier cover and seal (left side)?
A:
You can install a new O-ring seal to the Differential Cover, install the differential cover to the differential, install the dowel pin and the differential cover retaining bolts, install the axle seal into the differential cover, install the LH muffler assembly, install the LH wheel drive shaft and install the LH rear tire and wheel assembly.
Q: When should you perform the removal procedure for the wheel drive shaft inner joint and seal?
A:
The removal procedure is to be performed only after the drive shaft has been removed from the vehicle.