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Old 02-27-2015, 07:11 AM
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Default Rear clunk from transmission or driveshaft?

Hi Folks- I've got a 2000 Pathfinder (automatic) with 175k on it. I've noticed a clunk sound between 40-45 mph. You can actually feel a slight bump. That's the only time it does it, it makes the sound once then everything seems fine. Sounds/feels like it's coming from the tranny or driveshaft. Any ideas on where to start looking or what it could be? Thanks.
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Check the rear upper links, it's very common for the links bushings to fail and produce a clunk noise. You don't need to replace the entire link, you can replace just the bushings. If possible replace the bushings from the lower links as well.

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Old 03-01-2015, 08:22 PM
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Personally, if it was the rear link bushings, I would get new, Dorman complete links from Rockauto.com. The bushings are a bit of a pain to replace and the Dorman links have a lifetime warranty. Also, be prepared to need bolts as often they will rust to the collar of the bushings and the links need to be cut out. I would also check the rear shocks, the U-joints and sway bar links.
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Thanks. That definitely points me in the right direction.
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**Update**

The rear shocks were definitely shot. I replaced those and so far my "clunk" has disappeared. Thanks again for the help.
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