Ford Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Aligner, Clutch Disc

308-204

1. Remove the transaxle. For additional information, refer to: (308-03B Manual Transmission/Transaxle - Vehicles With: 5-Speed Manual Transaxle (MTX-75))

   Transaxle - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4) (Removal),

   Transaxle - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel (Removal),

   Transaxle - 1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Kent) Diesel (Removal).

2. Identify the type of clutch pressure plate installed.
   • A self adjusting clutch pressure plate is identified by a stop pin.

3. 

   NOTE:This step is only required if the vehicle is equipped with a self adjusting clutch pressure plate.
   

   NOTE:A new self adjusting clutch pressure plate must be installed if a new clutch friction disc is being installed.
   Check that the stop pin is movable during the removal of the clutch pressure plate retaining bolts.

4. Loosen the clutch pressure plate retaining bolts by two turns at a time in the sequence shown.

5. Remove the clutch disc and pressure plate.
   • Discard the bolts.

1. Using the special tool, centralize the clutch disc on the pressure plate.

2. Using the special tool, install the clutch disc and pressure plate.

3. 

   CAUTION:At self adjusting clutches, check if the stop is movable during the installation of the bolts.
   

   NOTE:Install new clutch pressure plate retaining bolts.
   Tighten the clutch pressure plate retaining bolts finger tight and then by two turns at a time in the sequence shown to the specified torque.

4. Remove the special tool.

5. Install the transaxle. For additional information, refer to: (308-03B Manual Transmission/Transaxle - Vehicles With: 5-Speed Manual Transaxle (MTX-75))

   Transaxle - 2.0L Duratec-HE (MI4) (Installation),

   Transaxle - 1.6L Duratorq-TDCi (DV) Diesel (Installation),

   Transaxle - 1.8L Duratorq-TDCi (Kent) Diesel (Installation).