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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Synchronizers
Disassembly and Assembly NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies. 1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly reference. 2. Remove the sliding sleeve, then remove the synchronizer struts and the springs. 3 ...

Exhaust Manifold RH
Removal and Installation 1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback exha ...

Lock Cylinder - Luggage Compartment Lid
Removal 1. NOTE: Individual lock cylinders are repaired by discarding the inoperative cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package. The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the ne ...