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:
Transmission (INSTALLATION)
Special Tool(s)
Retainer, Torque Converter
307-346 (T97T-7902-A)
Material
Item
Specification
Multi-Purpose Grease
D0AZ-19584-AA
ESB-M1C93-
B
MERCON V Automatic
Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM
MERCON V
1. CA ...
Washer fluid check
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40°F (5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure
to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of inj ...
1-2 Accumulator
Removal
1. Compress the 1-2 accumulator cover and remove the accumulator piston
retaining ring.
2. NOTE: Note the location of the 1-2 accumulator springs for
reference during assembly.
Remove the 1-2 accumulator.
1. Remove the 1-2 accumulator cover.
2. ...
