Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Gear Howl and Whine

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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Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located on the driver side door lock post. For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space marked TR. For model, service ID level or build date information, refer ...

Transmission Cooling
Inspection and Verification WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap under any conditions while the engine is operating. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to the cooling system or engine. To avoid having scaldin ...

Driveline Angle
  Item Description 1 Bottom of the frame 2 Engine crankshaft centerline 3 Engine angle 4 Driveshaft and coupling shaft centerline 5 Driveshaft and coupling shaft angle 6 Rear axle pinion centerline ...