Flywheel Ring Gear: Removal
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.
WARNING:
This procedure should be performed only by a properly equipped and experienced acetylene torch operator. To avoid personal injury, use tongs or wear welding gloves and safety goggles when handling the heated flywheel ring gear.
- Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION article.
- Remove the clutch pressure plate and clutch disc. For additional information, refer to Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate in this article.
- Remove the flywheel. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 2.3L article, ENGINE - 3.0L (2V) article and ENGINE - 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAMSHAFT (SOHC) article in this article.
- Remove the flywheel ring gear from the flywheel.
- Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear and use a brass drift to drive the flywheel ring gear off the flywheel.
CAUTION:
Do not heat the flywheel ring gear beyond 278°C (500°F). Use heat indicating crayons to prevent over heating.
CAUTION:
Tap the flywheel ring gear evenly to prevent binding.