Clutch Disc and Pressure Plate - 5.8L: Installation

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Inspect the flywheel. Refer to FLYWHEEL RUNOUT CHECK .

Fig 1: Identifying Flywheel
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Clutch Aligner 308-599, must be used or clutch damage may occur.

Using the Clutch Aligner, align the entrapped clutch disc in the pressure plate assembly.
NOTE: If installing the original clutch disc and plate assembly, align it using the index-marks made during removal or a clutch system vibration can occur.

NOTE: Always install new clutch disc and plate assembly bolts.

Using the Clutch Aligner, position the clutch disc and plate assembly on the flywheel using the index-marks made during removal, install the 6 new clutch disc and plate assembly bolts turning them until they contact the clutch housing surface.
- Turn the bolts 1 turn at a time until the clutch disc and plate assembly is fully secured. Tighten the bolts in 2 stages, in the sequence shown below.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  - Stage 2: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.
    
    Fig 2: Identifying Clutch Disc And Plate Assembly Bolts Tightening Sequence
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: Apply a small amount of PTFE lubricant to the splines of the clutch hub. This will make sure that the clutch will not bind on the transmission input shaft, making sure of correct clutch operation. Using lubricant other than Motorcraft PTFE lubricant may cause clutch chatter.

NOTE: Before securing the transmission to the engine, connect the clutch hydraulic line to the slave cylinder.

Install the transmission. Refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TR6060 .
Bleed the clutch hydraulic system. Refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION .
After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure.