Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
5. Install front clutch pressure plate, clutch pack and rear clutch pressure plate. Position the stepped side of front clutch pressure plate down with flat
side toward clutch pack and rear clutch pressure plate flat side toward clutch pack.
6. Install clutch pack clutch pressure plate retainer snap ring and check the clearance between the clutch pressure plate retainer snap ring and the
clutch pressure plate using a feeler gauge. Clutch pressure plate should be held downward as clearance is checked using Dial Indicator with
Bracketry TOOL-4201-C or equivalent. The clearance should be:
Four plate assembly: 1.01-1.524 mm (0.040-0.060 inch).
7. If clearance is not within specification, install correct size retaining ring and check clearance. Selective retaining rings are available in the
following thicknesses: