When I push on the break pad then shift to drive I here a small clunking sound from transmission. This doesn't happen all the time but enough to notice? I have an 084x4 FJ. And when I push break pad while reversing to engage to drive I here the clunking sound then as we'll. Any suggestions. Thanks Newby.

Asked by Deepsea Apr 07, 2013 at 11:48 PM about the 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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tenspeed answered 11 years ago

It could be loose U joints, slop in the transmission or in the differential.

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Deepsea answered 11 years ago

Thank you for the input. Would it have anything to do with the oversize tires and 3" OME suspension?

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tenspeed answered 11 years ago

The lift would increase the angle of the drive shaft unless the rear axle was turned up. That would cause more wear on the "U" joints

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Deepsea answered 11 years ago

Thank you for the advise? Has replacing the U joints been an issue with the FJ? Is this going to cost me$$$

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