Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Manual Transaxle/Transmission and Clutch - General Information
General Specifications

- Manual Transmission and Clutch (Description and Operation)
- Manual Transmission and Clutch (Diagnosis and Testing)
- Disc Check
- Pressure Plate Check
- Flywheel Runout Check
- Dowels - Flywheel
- Dowels - Flywheel Housing to Block
Manual Transmission and Clutch (Description and Operation)
The primary function of the clutch is to couple and uncouple engine
power to the transmission upon
driver command. For additional information, refer to Section.
Clutch Disc and Clutch Pressure ...
Other materials:
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern is with the evaporative emission (EVAP)
system.
2. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Fuel filler cap
EVAP test port
...
Piston Inspection
Special Tool(s)
Scraper, Piston Ring Groove
303-D033 (D81L-6002-D) or
equivalent
CAUTION: Do not use a caustic cleaning solution or a wire brush to
clean the pistons or
damage can occur.
1. Clean and inspect the (1) ring lands, (2) skirts, ...
Removal
1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For
additional information, refer
to Differential Case in this section.
2. CAUTION: Record the torque necessary to maintain rotation of the drive
pinion gear
through several revolutions prio ...

