Clutches - Forward

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

For component location, refer to DISASSEMBLED VIEWS .

The forward clutch is a multi-disc clutch made up of steel and friction plates.

The forward clutch is applied with hydraulic pressure and disengaged by return springs and the exhaust of the hydraulic pressure.
The forward clutch is applied in all forward gears.
When applied, the forward clutch provides a direct mechanical coupling between the center shaft and the forward ring gear and hub.