Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 pressure plate surface with a straightedge and a feeler gauge.

Pressure Plate Check

3. Check the diaphragm spring fingers for discoloration, scoring, bent or broken segments and spring ends that are higher or lower than the rest.

4. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.

Pressure Plate Check

Flywheel Check

1. Check the flywheel surface for scoring, cracks or discoloration. Minor scratches or discoloration should be removed with a fine emery cloth.

    Disc Check
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    Flywheel Runout Check
    Special Tool(s) 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 surf ...

    Other materials:

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    Anti-Lock Control - Traction Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
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    Supply Manifold
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