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:
Instrument Cluster (Removal and Installation)
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical
charges. If exposed to
these charges, damage may result.
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Re ...
Support Straps
Removal
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or an open flame of any
type when
working on or near any fuel-related components. Highly flammable mixtures are
always present
and may be ignited, possibly resulting in personal injury.
WARNING: Fuel suppl ...
Air filter check
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in
severe
engin ...
