Disc and Pressure Plate: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION .

CAUTION: If the clutch disc and pressure plate are to be reinstalled, bolts must be removed evenly or permanent damage to the diaphragm spring will occur resulting in complete clutch release.

Remove the bolts, clutch pressure plate and the clutch disc.
- If the parts are to be reused, index-mark the clutch pressure plate to the flywheel.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Pressure Plate Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  
  Fig 2: Index-Markng Pressure Plate & Flywheel
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.