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6xStang · 11-26-2006, 10:33 AM

the only "high pitched noises" that I can think of are the belt and the power steering pump. Both very different and distinctive noises. Have a "car guy" give it a listen and he should be able to tell you what it is.

Check your PS fluid just in case. I would not call either noise "normal" in any car; but it could be a characteristic of this mustang; I don't know yet as mine has never been below freezing yet. I've had serpentine belted cars for over 20 years (including four of my six mustangs having serpentine belts) and never had a peep out of any of them, including 5 winters in the Boston area.

It is, however, most likely not a "problem" worthy of concern, but is probably something that can be corrected if the source is found (something like a weak tensioner, oil got on the belt, or perhaps a component with too much resistance...)

11-26-2006, 10:33 AM	#13
6xStang 3rd Gear Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Posts: 729	RE: Cold Weather Starts the only "high pitched noises" that I can think of are the belt and the power steering pump. Both very different and distinctive noises. Have a "car guy" give it a listen and he should be able to tell you what it is. Check your PS fluid just in case. I would not call either noise "normal" in any car; but it could be a characteristic of this mustang; I don't know yet as mine has never been below freezing yet. I've had serpentine belted cars for over 20 years (including four of my six mustangs having serpentine belts) and never had a peep out of any of them, including 5 winters in the Boston area. It is, however, most likely not a "problem" worthy of concern, but is probably something that can be corrected if the source is found (something like a weak tensioner, oil got on the belt, or perhaps a component with too much resistance...)