Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 2669

SECTION 308-01: Clutch
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Flywheel Ring Gear
Removal
1. Remove the flywheel. For additional information, refer to
Section 303-01C
2. WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a correctly equipped and
experienced acetylene torch operator. Tongs must be used or asbestos gloves worn
when handling the heated flywheel ring gear. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Tap the flywheel ring gear evenly to prevent binding.
Remove the flywheel ring gear from the flywheel.
Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear with an acetylene torch and use a brass drift to drive
the flywheel ring gear off the flywheel.
Installation
1. WARNING: This procedure should be carried out only by a properly equipped and
experienced acetylene torch operator. Tongs must be used or asbestos gloves worn
when handling the heated flywheel ring gear. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Do not heat the flywheel ring gear beyond 261°C (500°F). Use heat-
indicating crayons to prevent overheating.
CAUTION: Keep the torch moving to prevent hot spots.
Evenly heat the flywheel ring gear with an acetylene torch.
Install the flywheel ring gear with the bevel on the flywheel ring gear facing the rear of the
flywheel.
Use a brass drift to tap the flywheel ring gear into position, reheat as necessary.
2. Install the flywheel. For additional information, refer to
Section 303-01C
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2003 Mustang Workshop Manual
Section 303-01A , Section 303-01B
Section 303-01A , Section 303-01B
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