Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Pressure Plate: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
Special Tool
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should a prying instrument such as a screwdriver or a pry bar be used to install or remove the clutch release
lever cable from clutch and brake pedal pivot shaft because damage to cable may occur.
1. Prop clutch pedal in place.
2. Raise vehicle on a hoist.
3. Remove clutch release lever dust shield.
4. Disconnect clutch release lever cable from clutch release lever.
5. Remove retaining clip and remove clutch release lever cable from flywheel housing.
6. Remove starter motor from flywheel housing.
7. Remove bolts that secure engine rear plate to front lower part of flywheel housing.
8. Remove transmission. Remove bolts that retain flywheel housing to cylinder block. Move flywheel housing back far enough to clear clutch
pressure plate and remove.
9. Remove clutch release lever from flywheel housing by pulling it through window in flywheel housing until retainer spring is disengaged from
pivot.
10. Remove clutch release hub and bearing from clutch release lever.
11. If same clutch pressure plate is to be installed, mark clutch pressure plate and flywheel so clutch pressure plate can be installed in its original
position. Loosen six clutch pressure plate retaining bolts evenly to release spring tension gradually and avoid distorting clutch pressure plate.
Remove clutch pressure plate and clutch disc from flywheel.
