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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Cleaning products
For best results, use the following products or products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A) Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and ...

Component Tests
Drive Belt Noise/Flutter Drive belt chirp occurs due to pulley misalignment or excessive pulley runout. It can be the result of a damaged pulley or an incorrectly aligned pulley. To correct, determine the area where the noise comes from. Check each of the p ...

Driveshaft - Cobra
Material Item Specification Threadlock and Sealer E0AZ-19554-AA WSK-M2G351-A5 (type II) Silicone Lubricant (Aerosol) F5AZ-19553-AA ESR-M13P4-A Removal and Installation 1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. NOTE: To aid disass ...