1998 Mercedes Benz ML320 grinds and vibrates

1998 MERCEDES BENZ ML320
114,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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AJSERZYNSKI
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every ten minutes or so of driving, my car feels like it is going over rumble strips. it vibrates and makes a really loud grinding noise. i was told that a transmission seal blew? not sure if that has anything to do with the problem. i would really appreciate any general ideas before i take it into a shop.thanks!
Apr 23, 2009 at 2:29 PM
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2CARPRO JACK
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If a trans seal blew you would probably know it, they tend to leak pretty bad. Can you tell if the noise/vibration is coming from any one particular wheel? Could be a bad wheel bearing that is acting up when hot.If it shifts correctly it may not be the trans, but without being able to hear it, it would be a tough call
Apr 25, 2009 at 7:28 AM