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:

Air Intake Scoop Bracket
Removal and Installation 1. Remove the air intake scoop. For additional information, refer to Air Intake Scoop in this section. 2. Remove the air intake scoop bracket nut at the throttle body. 3. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulat ...

Transmission (REMOVAL)
Special Tool(s) Retainer, Torque Converter 307-346 (T97T-7902-A) CAUTION: Whenever a transmission has been disassembled to install new parts the transmission fluid cooler tubes must be cleaned and backflushed. Use a suitable torque converter/ ...

Exhaust Manifold LH
Removal and Installation 1. Position the steering wheel straight ahead and lock the column. 2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section. 4. Remove ...