Mercury FOSZ-7B066-B Plate - Clutch Pressure

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Position them with the clutch held in place with an alignment tool.

The relatively low cost of the clutch components compared to the time and trouble spent gaining access to them warrants their replacement anytime the engine or transmission is removed, unless they are new or in near perfect condition.

Tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern, center the clutch disc using the alignment tool, and torque the bolts.

Inspect for cracks, heat checking, grooves, and other obvious defects.

After removing the transmission and supporting the engine, detach the bell housing from the engine, and leave the release cylinder and bearing attached for now.

Disconnect the hydraulic clutch linkage.

Inspect all clutch components, including the flywheel for defects, and check the pilot bearing. Ensure the clutch disc has adequate lining thickness, lacks loose rivets, and is free of damage. It's recommended to replace the release bearing along with the clutch disc.

The pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts are loosened in a criss-cross pattern.

To reinstall clutch components, follow these steps: Lubricate and install a new pilot bearing, ensuring the seal end faces the transmission. Clean the flywheel and pressure plate surfaces thoroughly. Adjust the pressure plate before installation. Position the clutch disc and pressure plate against the flywheel using an alignment tool. Tighten the pressure plate-to-flywheel bolts in a criss-cross pattern. Center the clutch disc using the alignment tool. Torque the bolts to specifications and remove the alignment tool.