I have a 2005 SRT6 w/o turbo that I bought in 2008. 42,000 miles. no leaks. no obvious mechanical problems. It has just started making an unusual "noise" upon decelerating from low speeds like 30 or 40 mph. It is not a whine and not a grinding noise. Before I bring it to the dealer ($$$$) I'd like some idea what I might be dealing with.

Stupidly I went to check the trans fluid only to find out I forgot there is no way to do that! Checked the serpentine belt. OK. No crazy noise when idle. Oil OK. No squirrels or mice.

I suspect a bearing. There is a smell of "hot brake pad" upon turning off the ignition but that must be a separate problem with the front disk brakes. Need to check the calipers on that.

Any other thoughts? Can I post a mp3 of the sound? All I found on the forum were acceleration noise symptoms.

thanks...