Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate: Installation

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Using the clutch alignment special tool, position the clutch disc on the flywheel.

Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Alignment Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the clutch pressure plate on the flywheel and install the clutch pressure plate bolts.
- Tighten to 29 Nm (21 lb-ft) in sequence.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Pressure Plate Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the transaxle. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE-TRANSMISSION .