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:

Audio Unit (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. For additional information, refer to Section 2. Remove the audio unit. 1. Remove the screws. 2. Disconnect electrical connectors. 3. Disconnect antenna cable. ...

Rear Wheel Bearing and Axle Shaft Oil Seal
Special Tool(s) Adapter for 303-224 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Installer, Axle Shaft Bearing 205-124 (T78P-1225-A) Installer, Rear Axle Oil Seal 205-390 (T97T-1177-B) Remover, Axle Bearing 205-219 (T85L-1225-AH) S ...

Engine (Assembly)
Special Tool(s) Guides, Connecting Rod 303-442 (T93P-6136-A) Installer, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal 303-518 (T95P-6701-DH) Installer, Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal 303-516 (T95P-6701-BH) Installer, Crankshaft Re ...