Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Clutch
General Specifications

Torque Specifications

- Clutch (Description and Operation)
- Disc and Pressure Plate - 3.8L and 4.6L (2V) Engines
- Disc and Pressure Plate - 4.6L (4V) Engine
- Pilot Bearing
- Flywheel Ring Gear
Dowels - Flywheel Housing to Block
Removal
1. NOTE: Take care not to damage the flywheel housing to block dowel
holes or the surface areas
around the flywheel housing to block dowel hole during removal.
Remove the two flywheel ho ...
Clutch (Description and Operation)
The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine power
to the transmission upon
driver command.
The clutch is a single plate, dry friction clutch disc. The clutch
disc ha ...
Other materials:
Disassembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate
serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with crocus cloth. Install a new
clutch cylinder if it
is badly scored or damaged.
2. Check the fluid passage i ...
Removal
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag
supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will
reduce the risk of injury
in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air ...
Release Cable - Clutch
Removal
CAUTION: Whenever the clutch release lever cable (7K553) is
disconnected for any
reason, such as transmission removal, clutch pedal components or clutch
release lever cable
replacement, it is imperative the correct method for installing the clut ...
