2011 SHO Loud Clunking sound

[boosted95gt]

2011 Taurus SHO with 107k starting making a loud clunking sound. The noise gets worst when turning the wheels, but this is not the clicking sound that others have been talking about. I feel that it may be the CV axel. Have anyone every had this problem?


Thanks!

 

[SHOdded]

Tie rod end and strut mount are the 2 most common possibilities, but yes axle could be an issue also.

 

[boosted95gt]

Are the AWD setup's chain driven?

 

[SHOdded]

Chain driven?  No chains in the whole powertrain other than timing chains.  Not sure if that answers your question.

 

[boosted95gt]

how are the front differential driven?

 

[SHOdded]

Gears and shafts transfer power from the transmission to the differential to the axle.

 

[66 Galaxie]

Set up is basically a front drive transmission with PTU added to the passenger side of the trans that transfers power to rear wheels.

I would check the PTU as well as the axles.

 

[boosted95gt]

Yeah the more research I do, its pointing me to the PTU. Its a shame this can be a cheap T5 mustang tranny lol.

 

[66 Galaxie]

I wish it was as easy as replacing a T5 in mustang too.  As I recall removing a T5 is about 10 bolts after dropping the exhaust...

 

[boosted95gt]

I am going to start with changing the fluid because the issue comes and goes. I'm hoping that its just a little low. How often do you guy change the fluid out? I'm hearing around 20k miles. Also if you have replaced the PTU how much should I expect to pay?