Inspection (Explorer, F150 Pickup & Ranger)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Ranger, 1996 Ford Pickup, 1996 Ford F-Super Duty, 1996 Ford Explorer, and 1996 Ford Bronco. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect clutch pressure plate diaphragm fingers for wear. Inspect clutch plate for oil or grease saturation, worn or loose facings, warpage, loose rivets at hub and broken springs. Also inspect for wear or rust on splines.
- Using a slide caliper, measure depth to rivet heads. Minimum rivet depth is 0.012" (0.3 mm). Using a dial indicator, check clutch plate runout. Maximum clutch plate runout is 0.0276" (0.700 mm). Inspect flywheel for cracks, heat damage, wear and scoring. Machine flywheel if scored or worn. Using a dial indicator, measure flywheel runout. Maximum flywheel runout is 0.008" (0.2 mm).
- Check crankshaft for misalignment and looseness. Check pilot bearing needle rollers for scoring, discoloration, wear, breakage and inadequate grease. Check rear main seal for leakage. Inspect pressure plate for burn marks, scores, flatness and ridges. Install NEW clutch plate on transmission input shaft and ensure clutch plate slides freely.