Removal and Replacement

2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7LSECTION Removal and Replacement



Flywheel





Removal

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. Remove the clutch.

3. NOTE: The dual mass flywheel normally has up to a total of 14 degrees (6.5 ring gear teeth) maximum rotational freeplay between the primary (bolted to crankshaft) and the secondary mass (clutch disc face).
Remove the bolts and the dual mass flywheel.


Installation

1. NOTE: One of the 8 flywheel holes are offset so the flywheel can only be installed in one position.
Install the dual mass flywheel and the 8 bolts and tighten in sequence shown.

- Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).






2. Install the clutch.

3. After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure following the on-screen instructions.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.