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:
Compressor Manifold and Tube Assembly - 3.8L
Material
Item
Specification
PAG Refrigerant Compressor
Oil (R-134a Systems)
F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN-
12-C)
WSH-M1C231-
B
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when
repairing the ...
Key Programming - Program a Key Using Two
Programmed Keys
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent
diagnostic tool
NOTE: This procedure only works if two or more programmed ignition keys are
available and it is
desi ...
Special Testing Procedures
The special tests are designed to aid the technician in diagnosing the
hydraulic and mechanical portion
of the transmission.
Engine Idle Speed Check
Refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual for
diagnosis and testing of the
eng ...
