Clutch Pressure Plate Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If necessary, use a suitable cleaning solution to remove any oil film from the clutch pressure plate friction surface.
- Inspect the clutch pressure plate levers for heavy wear associated with binding. Also, inspect for substantial difference in lever wear. Inspect the clutch pressure plate friction surface for scoring, burning, heat checking, distortion, warping, and dishing.
- Install a new clutch pressure plate if any of these conditions are present.
CAUTION:
Do not use petroleum based cleaning solutions.
CAUTION:
Do not immerse the clutch pressure plate (7563) in the cleaning solution.