Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Adjust the clutch pressure plate.

Fig 1: Adjusting Clutch Pressure Plate
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
- Using a suitable press, press downward on the fingers until the adjusting ring moves freely.
- Rotate the adjusting ring counterclockwise to compress the tension springs. Hold the adjusting ring in this position.
- Release the pressure on the fingers. The adjusting ring will stay in the reset position.
Using the special tool, position the clutch disc on the flywheel.

Fig 2: Using Special Tool (308-006) To Position Clutch Disk On Flywheel
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: If reusing the clutch pressure plate and flywheel, align the marks made during removal.

Fig 3: Locating Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Position the clutch pressure plate and install the bolts. Tighten the bolts in a star pattern.
- Tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).