Clutch Pressure Plate Adjustment 6.0L Engine
Adjustment Procedure
Important: Before installing the pressure plate, the
self adjusting feature must be pre-set.
- Place the flat side of the clutch driven
plate downwards on the flat press plates, then place the pressure plate assembly over
it.
Notice: Refer to General Repair Instructions in the Preface section.
- Using a hydraulic press, compress the pressure plate diaphragm spring until
tension is release from the clutch driven plate.
- Hold using a suitable tool against the step adjusting ring tension spring
stop in front of the adjusting ring tension spring.
Important: Do not force the adjustment ring as damage
to the pressure plate may occur.
Important: Minimal effort is required to rotate the
adjustment ring.
- Using a suitable tool, rotate the stepped adjusting ring counterclockwise, compressing
the tension springs, until the adjusting ring steps are fully adjusted out, then continue
to hold in position.
- Release the press pressure from the pressure plate diaphragm spring fingers.
- Release the adjusting ring tension spring stops.
- Remove the pressure plate from the press.