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:
Wheel And Tire
Removal
1. CAUTION: Do not use heat to loosen a seized wheel nut (1012). Heat
can damage
the wheel and wheel bearings.
NOTE: To avoid damage or scratching to the center cap, place facing up
when removed.
Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. NOTE: To avoid wheel damag ...
Runout Check - Brake Disc and Hub
Special Tool(s)
Brake Measurement Kit
134-R0199 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
High Temperature Nickel Anti-
Seize Lubricant
F6AZ-9L494-AA
ESE-M12A4-
A
CAUTION: The brake disc (1126) runout specification must ...
Fuel cut-off switch
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks
after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.
Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by
an authorized dealer after any collision.
In the event of a m ...
