Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 2515

8. NOTE: To aid handling, the forward clutch assembly may be set in the extension housing or a
hole in the work bench.
Remove the forward clutch pack selective retaining ring.
9. Remove the following components.
1. Remove the pressure plate.
2. Remove the clutch pack.
3. Remove the pressure spring.
10. CAUTION: Apply only enough pressure to release pressure on the retaining ring. If
too much pressure is applied, the spring may break.
Using the special tool, remove the forward clutch retaining ring.