Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Flywheel Runout Check
Special Tool(s)
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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.

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.

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:
Steering Column (Description and Operation)
NOTE: All fasteners are important because they can affect the
performance of vital parts and systems.
Incorrect installation of the fasteners can result in major repair expenses.
They must be installed new
with fasteners of the same part number ...
Safety Belt Tongue Rotated on Belt
1. Grasp the belt tongue and pull the belt webbing down to form a loop
through the upper (longer
and narrower) slot in the tongue.
2. Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself within the slot to remove the
twist.
3. Pull the excess belt webbing back th ...
Changing a bulb
Lamp Assembly Condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can oc ...

