Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 2529

4. Remove the output shaft hub snap ring and the output shaft hub.
5. Remove the two direct clutch seal rings.
6. Remove the No. 7 direct clutch inner bearing support.
1. Remove the direct clutch hub.
2. Remove the No. 7 direct clutch inner bearing support.
7. Inspect the clutch cylinder thrust surfaces, piston bore and clutch plate serrations for scores or
burrs. Minor scores or burrs may be removed with a crocus cloth. Install a new clutch cylinder if
badly scored or damaged.
8. Check the fluid passage in the clutch cylinder for obstructions. Clean out all fluid passages.
Inspect the clutch piston for scores and install new if necessary. Inspect the check balls for
freedom of movement and correct seating.
9. Check clutch release spring for distortion and cracks. Install a new spring (including wave
spring) if distorted or cracked.
10. Inspect composition clutch plates, steel clutch plates and clutch pressure plate for worn or
scored bearing surfaces. Install new parts if they are deeply scored or burred.
11. Check the clutch plates for flatness and fit on the clutch hub serrations. Discard any plate that