A Clunk/Jolt(Lurch) when FJ comes to a stop.

tonyp0811 · 08-27-2007, 12:38 PM

Has anyone exp. a Clunk followed by a Jolt or Lurching motion from there FJ just after you come t a stop? Feels like you are being rear ended or like the FJ is come out of 4X4 to 4X2. Get this driving around town in 4X2 mode.

rutherk1 · 08-27-2007, 12:42 PM

Yeah. I get it from time to time. Had flashbacks of my Moms Audi 5000.

**RoverGGM** · 08-27-2007, 12:45 PM

It's normal. There are at least 5 threads about it.

bankerkys · 08-27-2007, 01:01 PM

I've had this happen as well. Good to know it isn't anything serious.

Tony5150RN · 08-27-2007, 02:44 PM

Quote:

bankerkys previously said:

I've had this happen as well. Good to know it isn't anything serious.

It's just the metal bending and ripping Gremlins trying to escape. Nothing to worry about.

tonyp0811 · 09-18-2007, 02:50 PM

Sorry been busy have not been able to check this post... That is Goofy it's normal for it to feel like you got rearend.. Oh well it's under warranty I guess

Willi-P · 09-20-2007, 11:19 AM

Hey Tony,

It not just an FJ thing, it's a Toyota thing. My '02 Taco did it too. I'd feel this "whump" just as I was coming to a stop.

The cause was explained to me, but now I can't remember exactly what it is. Anyway, don't sweat it, like others have already said, it's normal.

MJPie79 · 09-20-2007, 01:57 PM

Common problem with a very easy fix. Use a grease gun to lube both drive shafts. There is a grease fitting on each.