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:
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
The Brakes Pull or
Drift
Tire air pressure.
Wheel alignment.
Brake pads.
Brake components.
Suspension
component.
Go To Pinpoint Test A .
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Warning Indicator Bulb
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster in this
section.
2. Remove the necessary instrument cluster bulbs by rotating one quarter
turn counterclockwise.
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Transmission Fluid Cooler - Backflushing and Cleaning
1. CAUTION: Do not use any supplemental transmission fluid
additives or cleaning
agents. The use of these products could cause internal transmission
components to fail;
this will effect the operation of the transmission.
Conduct backflushing with a sui ...
