Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gear Howl and Whine
Howling or whining of the ring gear and pinion is due to an incorrect gear pattern, gear damage or incorrect bearing preload.
Wheel Hub or Axle Flange Face Runout
NOTE: If the axle shaft assembly is removed, check runout of the shaft
itself. The forged (unmachined)
part of the shaft is allowed to have as much as 3.0 mm (0.120 inch) runout. This
alone will not ...
Bearing Whine
Bearing whine is a high-pitched sound similar to a whistle. It is usually
caused by worn/damaged
pinion bearings, which are operating at driveshaft speed. Bearing noise occurs
at all driving speeds. ...
Other materials:
Installation
1. Install the intake manifold and gaskets, tighten the bolts in the sequence
shown.
2. NOTE: The O-ring is to be installed on the top of the thermostat.
Install the water thermostat and the O-ring.
Install a new O-ring as necessary.
3. Install the wa ...
Windshield Glass
Special Tool(s)
Rotunda Pneumatic Knife with
Offset Blade
107-R1511 or equivalent
The Pumper
164-R2459 or equivalent
Rotunda Interior Auto Glass
Cut-Out Knife Kit
164-R2450 or equivalent
...
Installation
1. CAUTION: The timing chain procedures must be followed exactly or
damage to the
valve and pistons will result.
Compress the tensioner plunger, using an edge of a vise.
2. While holding the ratchet mechanism, push the ratchet arm back into the
tensioner ...
