Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gear Howl and Whine

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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Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor - 4.6L (2V)
Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Partially drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor (12A648) ...

Ignition Lock Cylinder - Functional
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder (11582). 1. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position. 2. Using a 1/8-inch d ...

Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder - Non-Functional
Removal and Installation 1. NOTE: Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute to allow the depletion of the restraint system backup power supply. 2. WARNING: To avo ...