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Alfa Romeo 147 Factory Service Manual (2000-2004)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Gearbox differential unit noisy/ / general

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
147 Factory Service Manual
Year
2000–2004
Section
Noisy / vibrations › Gearbox differential unit noisy/ / general
Fault diagnosisGearbox differential unit noisy/ / general

GEARBOX DIFFERENTIAL UNIT NOISY/ / GENERAL

1.6 TS, 2.0 TS

With the engine running and the vehicle moving, there is a noise from the area of the gearbox in all conditions.

Results of the tests
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems metOperation
Check whether the noise persists under all circumstancesContinue to Step 1The noise is mainly noticeable during take off.See table S21 NOISE GEARBOX
The noise is mainly noticeable in neutralSee table S22 NOISE GEARBOX
The noise is mainly noticeable in one gear onlySee table S23 NOISE GEARBOX
The noise is mainly noticeable round bendsSee table S24 NOISE GEARBOX
The noise is noticeable in all driving conditionsContinue to Step 1
1CHECKING THE CROWNWHEEL AND PINIONAll OKProblems metOperation

Check the crownwheel and pinion. In particular:

  • it should not be worn or damaged
  • there should not be excessive clearance
  • the crownwheel fixings should not be slack
Continue to Step 2Excessive clearance or wearReplace the crownwheel and pinion Op. 2110B20
Excessive clearance Fastenings slackReplace the crownwheel and pinion Op. 2110D20
2CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'

Parts & tools for this job For 2000 Alfa Romeo 147

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