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:

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor - Cobra
Material Item Specification Pipe Sealant with Teflon D8AZ-19554-A WSK-M2G350-A2 Removal and Installation 1. Partially drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Disconnect the engine coolant te ...

Switch - Window Regulator Control
Removal 1. CAUTION: Use a shop towel or similar material between the tool and the door trim panel or damage to the door trim panel may occur. Position the window regulator switch plate aside. 1. Pull at the service notch. 2. Lift to release ...

Communication Circuit Wiring Repair
Special Tool(s) Heat Gun 107-R0300 or equivalent 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Strip the wires. 3. NOTE: Use rosin core mildly activated (RMA) solder, not acid core solder. Solder ...