Mustang V8-4.6L (2009)
Pressure Plate: Procedures
Clutch Pressure Plate Check
NOTE: The 5.4L application is an assembly of discs and plates. It is serviced as an assembly only.
1. Check the clutch pressure plate surface for the following conditions. Install a new clutch pressure plate as necessary.
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Cracking, scoring or other surface marks
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Use an emery cloth to remove minor imperfections in the clutch pressure plate surface.
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Discoloration
2. Check the diaphragm spring fingers for the following conditions. Install a new clutch pressure plate as necessary.
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Scoring, bent or broken segments
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Spring ends that are higher or lower than the rest
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Discoloration
3. Measure the flatness of the clutch pressure plate surface with a straightedge and a feeler gauge.
4. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
