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:
Removal
1. Remove the A/C compressor (19703). For additional information, refer to
Air Conditioning (A/C)
Compressor-3.8L or Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor-4.6L in this section.
2. Remove the bolt.
1. Hold the A/C disc and hub assembly (19D786) with the special ...
Reactivation Procedure
1. WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool must be removed and
the air bag
modules reconnected when the system is reactivated to avoid non-deployment in a
collision, resulting in possible personal injury.
WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool i ...
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols.
Avoid contact
with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts
eyes, flush eyes ...
