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:
Component Tests
Heater Core
WARNING: Carbon monoxide gas is colorless, odorless and dangerous.
If it is necessary
to operate the engine with the vehicle in a closed area such as a garage,
always use an exhaust
collector to vent the exhaust gases outside the closed area ...
Pinpoint Test B: LFC 21/DTC B1921 - RCM Bracket Ground Resistance High
Normal Operation
WARNING: The tightening torque of the restraints control module
(RCM) retaining bolts is
critical for proper air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
operation. Refer to Restraints
Control Module (RCM) in this section for correc ...
Dual Converter H-Pipe - 4.6L (2V and 4V)
Removal
NOTE: The RH and LH catalytic converters are serviced separately.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to
Section.
2. CAUTION: When repairing exhaust system or removing the exhaust
components,
disconnect all heated oxy ...
