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:
Transmission Electronic Control System
The powertrain control module (PCM) and its input/output network
control the following transmission
operations:
Shift timing
Line pressure (shift feel)
Torque converter clutch
The transmission control is separate from the engine control s ...
Vacuum Control Motor - Air Damper Door
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose.
3. Remove the vacuum control motor.
1. Remove the steel clip.
2. Loosen the nuts.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal proc ...
Clutch Pedal - Quadrant and Pawl Assembly
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
2. Loosen the nut from inside the engine compartment.
3. Loosen the nuts from inside the vehicle.
4. Loosen the screw.
5. Disconnect the brake pedal position (BPP) switch electrical connector.
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