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:
Oil Filter Adapter
Material
Item
Specification
Super Premium SAE 5W-20
Motor Oil
XO-5W20 QSP or equivalent
WSS-M2C153-
H
Premium Engine Coolant
VC-4A (In Canada CXC-10; In
Oregon VC-5) or equivalent
ESE-M97B44-
A
Removal and Installation
1. ...
Radiator
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
VC-7-A (in Oregon VC-7-B)
(yellow color)
WSS-M97B51-
A1
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Radiator removal and installation is similar for both 3.8L and
4.6L vehicles. ...
Powertrain/Drivetrain Mount Neutralizing
WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut
off prior to
hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be accomplished
by turning off
the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation ...
