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:
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
da ...
Removal
1. Remove the nuts and position the radio ignition interference capacitors
aside.
2. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover
RH and Valve Cover
LH in this section.
3. Remove the cooling fan.
4. Remove the accessory drive ...
Piston - Pin to Bore Diameter
1. WARNING: Cover the end of the pin bore with a hand or shop rag when
removing
the retainer ring, since it has a tendency to spring out. Wear eye protection.
NOTE: Piston and piston pins are a matched set and should not be
interchanged.
Measure the pisto ...
