1998 Chevy Cavalier tranny noise

1998 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
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FAQBUSH
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Transmission problem
1998 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

Then tranny makes a growling sound when going and shifts fine and normal. I took apart passenger side wheel and brakes and turn axle by hand and hear a rubbing sound like a chain or spring every one revolution. please help.what could it be and must I take tranny apart
Nov 8, 2009 at 3:15 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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I would check the wheel bearings, CV shaft boots for leaks, control arm bushings and ball joints first.

If indeed a trans problem, then output shaft bearings in trans are suspect.
Nov 9, 2009 at 9:37 AM