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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Principles of Operation
NOTE: Battery power and ground must be remove before disconnecting the GEM connectors to avoid setting false codes. Power Locks Operation The power locks feature allows the customer to lock and unlock the doors via momentary switches located on t ...

Glass, Frames and Mechanisms (Description and Operation)
Component Location   Windshield Glass The windshield exterior mouldings are installed with the windshield glass. The windshield exterior mouldings cannot be replaced without removal of the windshield. Window Regulator Control Switch Power windows ...

Intake Air Distribution and Filtering
Torque Specifications a - Refer to the procedure Intake Air Distribution and Filtering (DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION) The air intake system consists of the: air intake scoop (Mach I) air cleaner (ACL). air cleaner (ACL) element. mass air flow (MAF) s ...