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Originally Posted by
Bob W
My 06 Solstice w/Manual Trans has a problem not shown on your list: Excessive Pinion and Ring Gear howl noise only on the steady pull side, not on decel or coast side. The noise is loudest at a steady throttle range of 35-45 mph which generally means 3rd or 4th gear, but I can also duplicate the noise in the other gear ranges when the engine is under a steady throttle. I first noticed the gear howl noise at about 2000 miles, but the noise has gotten louder this year.
Same noise issue here on steady throttle. I've had the pinion ring replaced, the contaminated vent tube was cleaned and I still have the clunk.