I just installed a new flywheel, clutch disk, pressure plate, throwout bearing and pilot bearing on my 00 F-250 with a 5.4. Now as soon as I start it I get a constant low screeching noise. It doesnt matter if the clutch is pressed or not the sound stays the same. I didnt take any of the hydraulic system apart, just removed the slave from the transmission and left the line connected. I took the truck for a short drive and it shifts in and out of gear good. Does anyone have an idea what might be causing this?

The only thing I could think of was that maybe the starter needed to be shimmed since I put the new flywheel on. Thanks for any help, Ryan

 

Either remove the starter on a hill, or have someone push you after removing the starter.

See if noise goes away.