Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Flexplate
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the six bolts retaining the flexplate to crankshaft, and remove the flexplate.

3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown

Flywheel
Removal
1. Remove the clutch components.
2. Remove the bolts and the flywheel.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
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Other materials:
Symptom Chart
Condition
Possible Sources
Action
Difficult
starting
Damaged ignition
system.
Damaged fuel
system.
Damaged starting
system.
Damaged charging
system/battery.
Burnt valve.
Worn piston.
Worn pi ...
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 ...
Assembly
Initial assembly
1. Coat the new differential drive pinion bearing cup(s) with lubricant.
Use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or
equivalent
meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
2. Using the special tool, install the diff ...
