Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
2. Remove clutch pack clutch pressure plate retainer snap ring.
NOTE: To aid handling, clutch may be set in the extension housing or a 51 mm (2 inch) diameter hole may be cut in the work bench.
3. Remove clutch pack, clutch pressure plate and forward clutch pressure spring.
4. Compress clutch support and spring using Direct Clutch Spring Compressor T81P-70235-A.
a. Place into a shop arbor press and apply only enough pressure to release spring tension on the snap ring.
b. Remove snap ring and slowly release the press to remove spring compressor.
5. Remove clutch piston spring retainer, return spring and clutch piston.
NOTE: Air pressure may be required to remove clutch piston.
