Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Flywheel Runout Check

Special Tool(s)

Dial Indicator/Magnetic Base 100-D002 (D78P-4201-B) or equivalent

1. Mount the special tool so that the indicator contact point rides on the clutch disc contact surface.

2. Turn the flywheel (6375); if the runout exceeds the maximum allowance, install a new flywheel.

Flywheel Runout Check

Bearing

1. CAUTION: The pilot bearing is a sealed bearing and must not be immersed in any type of cleaning fluid.

Inspect the pilot bearing (7118) for:

1. needle rollers for scoring, worn or broken rollers, cracked roller cage inadequate grease or discoloration.

2. seal leakage.

  • misalignment and looseness in the crankshaft.

Flywheel Runout Check

    Pressure Plate Check
    1. Check the clutch pressure plate surface for scoring, cracks or discoloration. Minor scratches or discoloration should be removed with a fine emery cloth. 2. Measure the flatness of the clutch ...

    Dowels - Flywheel
    Removal 1. NOTE: Take care not to damage the flywheel dowel holes or the surface areas around the flywheel dowel during removal. Remove the flywheel dowels by using a drift pin where the flywhee ...

    Other materials:

    Connect
    1. Install the A/C tube lock coupling spring. 2. Lubricate the inside of the coupling with PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) or equivalent. 3. CAUTION: Use only the new O-ring seals. The use of any O-ring seals other than those specified in ...

    Stay Pad - Convertible Top
    Removal 1. Remove the convertible top material. For additional information, refer to Convertible Top Material in this section. 2. Remove the rear window glass. For additional information, refer to Convertible Top Assembly- Rear Window Glass in this section. ...

    Typical Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Decal
      The Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) decal shows: the components of the emission control system. the correct vacuum hose routing. the color stripe of the vacuum hoses. The PCV system uses the intake manifold vacuum to ventilate ...