Ford E9SZ-7B066-A Plate - Clutch Pressure

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If indexing marks are not found, marks should be scribed for proper alignment during installation.

To remove and inspect clutch components, first, consider that accessing the clutch typically involves removing the transmission, but if the engine remains in place, inspecting and replacing worn components is recommended whenever the engine or transmission is removed unless they are new or in excellent condition. Begin by turning off the air suspension system if the vehicle is equipped with one and then securely raise it on jackstands. Remove the transmission, supporting the engine properly while it's out, either using an engine hoist from above or a jack with a piece of wood between it and the oil pan. Be cautious not to distort the oil pan to prevent oil starvation. Check for indexing marks on the flywheel and pressure plate; if absent, mark them for alignment. Loosen the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts gradually in a criss-cross pattern and remove them along with the pressure plate and clutch disc. Inspect all clutch components, including the flywheel for defects and the pilot bearing. Ensure the clutch disc has adequate lining thickness, lacks loose rivets, and is free of damage. Replace the release bearing along with the clutch disc. Inspect the pressure plate's machined surfaces and diaphragm spring fingers; replace it if damaged, and clean all components thoroughly. For self-adjusting pressure plates, pre-adjust them using a hydraulic press or seek professional adjustment if necessary. Reassemble by positioning the pressure plate on the flywheel and aligning the clutch disc with the flywheel using an alignment tool. Tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts evenly in a criss-cross pattern, centering the clutch disc with the alignment tool. Lubricate the release bearing and install it, along with the clutch release cylinder if removed earlier, then reinstall the transmission and all previously removed components. Lower the vehicle, reactivate the air suspension system if applicable, and you're done with the installation.

To access the clutch components, typically, the transmission is removed while leaving the engine in place. If the engine is removed for a major overhaul, checking the clutch for wear and replacing worn components is advisable. Considering the relatively low cost of clutch components compared to the effort of gaining access, replacement during engine or transmission removal is recommended unless they are new or in near-perfect condition. Procedures assume the engine stays in place. After removing the transmission and supporting the engine, detach the bell housing from the engine, and leave the release cylinder and bearing attached for now. To support the clutch disc during removal, use a clutch alignment tool. Inspect the flywheel and pressure plate for indexing marks or create your own for proper realignment during installation. Loosen the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts, relieving spring pressure in a criss-cross pattern before removing the pressure plate and clutch disc. Inspection includes checking the flywheel for defects, inspecting the pilot bearing, and examining the clutch disc lining for wear, loose rivets, and damage. The release bearing should be replaced along with the clutch disc. Check the pressure plate's machined surfaces and diaphragm spring fingers for damage, replacing if necessary. Before installation, clean the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces, ensuring no oil or grease. Position the clutch disc and pressure plate against the flywheel with an alignment tool, ensuring proper installation. Tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern, center the clutch disc using the alignment tool, and torque the bolts. Install the slave cylinder, torque all fasteners, lubricate the release bearing's inner surface with high-temperature grease, and install the release bearing. Finally, install the bell housing and tighten the bolts to the specified torque.

To access clutch components, typically the transmission is removed while leaving the engine in the vehicle. It's recommended to replace clutch components whenever the engine or transmission is removed, unless they are new or in near-perfect condition due to the ease of replacement compared to the labor involved in gaining access to them. Start by removing the transmission and supporting the engine, preferably using an engine support fixture or hoist. To support the clutch disc during removal, use a clutch alignment tool. Inspect the flywheel and pressure plate for indexing marks or add your own to ensure proper alignment during installation. Loosen the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts incrementally and then remove them along with the pressure plate and clutch disc. Inspect all components, including the flywheel for defects, clutch disc for wear and damage, release bearing, release cylinder, pilot bearing, and pressure plate surfaces. Replace worn or damaged parts. Lubricate and install a new pilot bearing, ensuring the seal end faces the transmission. Clean the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces thoroughly. Adjust the pressure plate before installation, position the clutch disc and pressure plate against the flywheel using an alignment tool, and tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern. Center the clutch disc using the alignment tool, torque the bolts to specifications, and remove the alignment tool. Finally, reinstall the clutch release bearing, release cylinder, transmission, and all previously removed components.

To access the clutch components, typically, the transmission is removed while leaving the engine in place. If the engine is removed for a major overhaul, checking the clutch for wear and replacing worn components is advisable. Considering the relatively low cost of clutch components compared to the effort of gaining access, replacement during engine or transmission removal is recommended unless they are new or in near-perfect condition. Procedures assume the engine stays in place. After removing the transmission and supporting the engine, detach the bell housing from the engine, and leave the release cylinder and bearing attached for now. To support the clutch disc during removal, use a clutch alignment tool. Inspect the flywheel and pressure plate for indexing marks or create your own for proper realignment during installation. Loosen the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts, relieving spring pressure in a criss-cross pattern before removing the pressure plate and clutch disc. Inspection includes checking the flywheel for defects, inspecting the pilot bearing, and examining the clutch disc lining for wear, loose rivets, and damage. The release bearing should be replaced along with the clutch disc. Check the pressure plate's machined surfaces and diaphragm spring fingers for damage, replacing if necessary. Before installation, clean the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces, ensuring no oil or grease. Position the clutch disc and pressure plate against the flywheel with an alignment tool, ensuring proper installation. Tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern, center the clutch disc using the alignment tool, and torque the bolts. Install the slave cylinder, torque all fasteners, lubricate the release bearing's inner surface with high-temperature grease, and install the release bearing. Finally, install the bell housing and tighten the bolts to the specified torque.