Clutch Disc: Service and Repair

Disc and Pressure Plate

Special Tool:

Special Tool(s)

Removal
1. Remove the transmission.





2. CAUTION: Loosen the bolts evenly to prevent clutch pressure plate damage.

NOTE: If the parts are to be reused, mark the clutch pressure plate and the flywheel.

Remove the bolts and remove the clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc.

Installation

NOTE: Clean the clutch pressure plate and flywheel with a commercial alcohol-based solvent so surfaces are free from oil film

Do not use cleaners with a petroleum base. Do not immerse the clutch pressure plate in the solvent.





1. Position the clutch disc on the flywheel.
^ Using the special tool, align the clutch disc.





2. NOTE: If reusing the clutch pressure plate, align the plate using the marks made during removal.

3.8L, 4.6L (2V)-Install the clutch pressure plate.
^ Using the special tool, align the clutch pressure plate and install it on the dowels.
^ Install the bolts in the sequence shown.
^ Remove the special tool.





3. 4.6L (4V)-Tighten the bolts in two steps in the sequence shown.
^ Step one: tighten to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
^ Step two: tighten an additional 60 degrees.

4. NOTE: Before installing the transmission, the ball stud, clutch release lever and the input shaft must be cleaned and lubricated. Use Motorcraft Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or XG-1-K or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M1C75-B.

Install the transmission.