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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Subwoofer Speaker - Coupe
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the package tray trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section . 2. Disconnect the two subwoofer assembly amplifier electrical connectors. 3. NOTE: Do not let the subwoofer assembly fall into the lugga ...

Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Before removing and installing the GEM or its connectors, disconnect the battery. Failure to follow this caution will result in the GEM storing many erroneous DTCs and it may exhibit erratic operation after installation. CAUTION: Be careful when pr ...

Instrument Panel and Console
Torque Specifications Instrument Panel The instrument panel consists of the following components: instrument cluster instrument panel finish panels audio unit A/C controls glove compartment door passenger air bag module glove compart ...