Ford Mustang Service Manual: Disassembly
Disassembly
1. NOTE: The index mark on the output shaft must be aligned with the index mark on the output shaft ring gear during the assembly procedure.
Remove the ring gear snap ring.
2. Separate the ring gear and output shaft.
3. Remove the three output shaft seal rings.
4. Remove the output shaft hub snap ring and the output shaft hub.
5. Remove the two direct clutch seal rings.
6. Remove the No. 7 direct clutch inner bearing support.
1. Remove the direct clutch hub.
2. Remove the No. 7 direct clutch inner bearing support.
7. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate serrations for scores or burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with a crocus cloth. Install a new clutch cylinder if badly scored or damaged.
8. Check the fluid passage in the clutch cylinder for obstructions. Clean out all fluid passages.
Inspect the clutch piston for scores and install new if necessary. Inspect the check balls for freedom of movement and correct seating.
9. Check clutch release spring for distortion and cracks. Install a new spring (including wave spring) if distorted or cracked.
10. Inspect composition clutch plates, steel clutch plates and clutch pressure plate for worn or scored bearing surfaces. Install new parts if they are deeply scored or burred.
11. Check the clutch plates for flatness and fit on the clutch hub serrations. Discard any plate that does not slide freely on the serrations or that is not flat.
12. Check the clutch hub thrust surfaces for scores and clutch hub splines for wear.
13. Remove the direct clutch pack.
1. Remove the selective retaining ring.
2. Remove the direct clutch pack.
14. Using the special tool, compress the piston return spring and remove the snap ring.
15. WARNING: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air.
NOTE: If necessary, use regulated compressed air 207 kPa (30 psi) max pressure to remove the clutch piston.
Remove the support and spring assembly and piston.
16. Remove the inner piston seal.
17. Remove the outer piston seal.
Output Shaft and Direct Clutch Cylinder
Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
Wide ratio gears
Four speeds
Rear wheel drive
Automatic
Electronic shift
Torque conver ...
Assembly
Disassembly
1. NOTE: The index mark on the output shaft must be aligned with the
index mark on the output
shaft ring gear during the assembly procedure.
Remove the ring gear snap ring.
2. Separate ...
Other materials:
Oil Pan Baffle
Engine Component View
Cylinder Heads and Valve Train Components
Engine Front Cover Components
Engine Components
Cylinder Block and Lower End Components
Engine (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
Refer to Section for basic mecha ...
Spring Codes
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Locator
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a seventeen-digit alphanumeric
code. The VIN is stamped
on a metal tab riveted to the instrument panel, top upper left of the dash. The
VIN number is also found
on the v ...
Differential Case and Ring Gear - Conventional
Rear Drive Axle and Differential
The axle housing assembly consists of a cast center section with two
steel tube assemblies and
a stamped differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover
uses silicone sealant
as a gasket.
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