1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series All Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series models

99 ranger whining/whistling noise

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
  #1  
Old 05-11-2005, 11:02 AM
fordlvr25's Avatar
fordlvr25
fordlvr25 is offline
Junior User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Norwood
Posts: 57
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
99 ranger whining/whistling noise

anyone else this problem, driving along and you can hear a high pitched whining noise, sounds like it is coming from the drivetrain.

Thanks
 
  #2  
Old 05-11-2005, 03:45 PM
Rockledge's Avatar
Rockledge
Rockledge is offline
Post Fiend
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Connecticut
Posts: 9,748
Likes: 0
Received 12 Likes on 12 Posts
I've heard of the PVH hubs making a whistling sound when they haven't been used in a while, even in 2WD.

Do you have 4WD? If so, next rainstorm be sure to engage the 4x4 system and drive around for a little, see if that helps with the noise.
 
  #3  
Old 05-12-2005, 07:21 AM
Phitty's Avatar
Phitty
Phitty is offline
Junior User
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 63
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
I have a 2000 B4000 with the PVH Hubs.

My truck does the same thing - especially in the spring and fall, and never in the winter (when i use my 4x4 more often). I think it may also be related to moisture/humidity levels but thats just a theory. Im not sure what the sound is but I think its a rubber squealing sound from a dry seal or something.

Turn on your 4x4 and listen to see if the noise decreases or goes away entirely. Its not a permanent fix but makes a difference for a day or two.

If I use 4x4 alot then the whining goes away for a longer time.

Hope that helps a little. If you find a better solution make sure to let use know.

P.
 
  #4  
Old 05-12-2005, 08:08 AM
fordlvr25's Avatar
fordlvr25
fordlvr25 is offline
Junior User
Thread Starter
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Norwood
Posts: 57
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Whining noise

So as of right now there is no fix for it. it is just so annoying when you are driving next to someone and you can hear it. but we have concluded that it is probably with the 4wheel drive system, can you grease or lubricate anything up there so it wont do that...
 
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
john hardy
1999 to 2016 Super Duty
19
01-08-2022 02:44 PM
Josh Toomey
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
1
04-17-2017 08:01 PM
chuck2629
2004 - 2008 F150
0
11-09-2015 07:13 PM
meck1
Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case
7
07-19-2010 09:34 AM
Ray_K
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator
3
01-24-2006 11:18 PM



Quick Reply: 99 ranger whining/whistling noise



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:12 AM.