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. ...

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Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve - Cobra
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector. 2. Remove the bolts, the IAC valve and the gasket. 3. NOTE: Install a new gasket if necessary. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...

Push Rods - Inspection
1. CAUTION: Do not attempt to straighten push rods. Check the ends of the push rods for nicks, grooves, roughness or excessive wear. Install new push rods as necessary. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 303 for the procedure. The push rods ca ...

Fog Lamps
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 86 , Fog Lamps for schematic and connector information. Special Tool(s) 73 III Automotive Meter or equivalent 105-R0057 Principles of Operation The fog lamps will only illuminate when the low beam or parking l ...