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:
Cylinder Block Core Plug Replacement
Special Tool(s)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Material
1. Use a slide hammer or tools suitable to remove the cylinder block core
plug.
2. Inspect the cylinder block plug bore for any damage that would interfere
with the correct sealing ...
Removal
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free-wheeling, timing procedures must
be followed
exactly or piston and valve damage can occur.
1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine
Front Cover in this
section.
2. Remove the cranksh ...
Driveshaft - Cobra
Material
Item
Specification
Threadlock and Sealer
E0AZ-19554-AA
WSK-M2G351-A5 (type
II)
Silicone Lubricant
(Aerosol)
F5AZ-19553-AA
ESR-M13P4-A
Removal and Installation
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. NOTE: To aid disass ...
