Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Forward Clutch Cylinder

Special Tool(s)

Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
Compressor, Clutch Spring 307-096 (T81P-70235-A)
Protector, Transmission Forward Clutch Outer Fluid Seal 307-423

Material

Item Specification
MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-5-QM, XT-5-DM MERCON V

Forward Clutch - Disassembled View

Forward Clutch - Disassembled View

 

Forward Clutch - Disassembled View

Assembly
1. NOTE: One tab that locks the reverse clutch drum into the reverse sun shell may be removed. This is done for balancing purposes. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clut ...

Disassembly
1. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate serrations for scores or burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with crocus cloth. Install a new clutch cylinder if ...

Other materials:

Disassembly
1. Remove the driveshaft (4602). For additional information, refer to Driveshaft in this section. 2. CAUTION: Under no circumstances is the driveshaft assembly to be clamped in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture ca ...

Closing the convertible top
Note: The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is stationary or traveling under 3 mph (5 kmh). Note: Make sure that the latch handles are pulled down and in the fully opened position before the top makes contact with the windshield header. This ...

Installation
1. Install the bearing. 1. Position the knuckle on the press. 2. Using the appropriate step plate adapter, press the bearing into the knuckle until the bearing clears the snap ring groove and bottoms out in the bore. 2. Install the snap ring. 3. CA ...