Around the Wheel #2: Diagnosing Driveline Noise

Narrowing down the cause of a driveline noise complaint can be a challenge, but keying in a few clues during the initial test drive can really help guide you on where to start looking when you get back to your bay.

Erik Screeden

Feb. 28, 2025

Join Erik Screeden as he takes a look at a few basics steps you can do when trying to pinpoint the cause of driveline noise. Narrowing down the cause of a driveline noise complaint can be a challenge, but keying in a few clues during the initial test drive can really help guide you on where to start looking when you get back to your bay.

About the Author

Erik Screeden

Technical and Multimedia Content Director

Erik Screeden is the Technical and Multimedia Content Director for the Vehicle Repair Group. He has been in the automotive industry for over 24 years. During that time, Screeden was a technician. He started out at a Ford dealership and continued to several independent repair facilities as well as spent time in the specialty aftermarket where he had the opportunity to work at a GM-specific performance shop. After his time as a technician came to an end, Screeden transitioned into a role providing scan diagnostic and J2534 tool support. He was then able to parlay his experience as a technician and a support specialist and use that in several technical sales roles.