Removal And Installation: Flywheel: Removal

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Prepare the vehicle for flywheel removal.
1. Remove the Transmission. For additional information, refer to Section 308-03.
2. Remove the clutch pressure plate and disc. For additional information, refer to Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate in this section.
Remove the flywheel.
1. Remove the bolts. Install the guide studs.
2. Remove the bolts.
3. Remove the reinforcing ring (6.0L and 7.3L), and the flywheel and ring gear assembly.
4. Remove the guide studs.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Flywheel (6.0L & 7.3L)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Flywheel (5.4L & 6.8L)
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.