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:

Air Cleaner Element - 4.6L (2V)
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). For additional information, refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe-4.6L (2V) in this section. 2. Remove the mass air flow (MAF) assembly. 1. Release the clip. 2. Remove the MAF sens ...

Inspection and Verification
1. The interior lighting system is a generic electronic module (GEM) controlled system. 2. Verify the customer concern by operating the interior lighting system. 3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. ...

Camshaft Journal - Clearance, Plastigage Method
Special Tool(s) Plastigage 303-D031 (D81L-6002-B) or equivalent NOTE: The camshaft journals must meet specifications before checking camshaft journal clearance. 1. Remove the camshaft bearing cap and lay Plastigage across the surface. Refer ...