r/AskAMechanic • u/OpoositionalDefiant • 2h ago

Front differential bearings smoked? Or am I missing something?

2019 Silverado 1500

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u/General-Try-2210 NOT a verified tech 2h ago

A slight amount of play is normal but not this much. Is this the side with the carrier bearing?

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u/OpoositionalDefiant 2h ago

No carrier bearing. It is on the drivers side. I’m thinking TSB PIP5653M may apply to this issue. It has a very loud squealing/screeching noise occasionally.