FAG MC0453 Clutch Release Bearing
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FAG MC0453 Clutch Release Bearing

Brand FAG MC0453
Length 0.677
Length 17.196
Bearing Inside Diameter 1.437
Bearing Inside Diameter 36.5
Bearing Outside Diameter 2.106
Bearing Outside Diameter 53.492
Fits Ford and Mercury · 155 vehicles

Release bearing. Built for smooth clutch engagement in transmission applications.

Precision bearing design. Engineered for consistent rotation and dependable operation.

FAG expertise. Made by a global specialist in release and roller bearings.

Cross-references 5000453100 and N1714SA for the same application. See all 2.

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FAG MC0453 Clutch Release Bearing

The FAG MC0453 clutch release bearing is a transmission bearing built for manual-shift Ford and Mercury applications that require precise clutch disengagement. It is a direct-fit style replacement for a wide range of Mustang, Capri, Thunderbird, Cougar, and Econoline models.

Key Features

  • Clutch release bearing for transmission service
  • Bearing inside diameter: 1.437 in. / 36.5 mm
  • Bearing outside diameter: 2.106 in. / 53.492 mm
  • Length: 0.677 in. / 17.196 mm
  • OE-style fitment for manual transmission applications
  • FAG engineering for release bearings and other precision bearing types

Detailed Description

Built under the FAG brand, part number MC0453 is a clutch release bearing designed for manual transmission systems that need consistent pedal feel and smooth clutch operation. The listed dimensions help confirm proper fit during transmission repair or clutch service, especially on Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri applications where transmission type and build date can affect fitment. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Compatible With 1979-2004 Ford Mustang, 1983-1988 Ford Thunderbird, 1987-1988 Mercury Cougar, 1983-1987 Ford E-150 Econoline, 1983-1987 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, 1983-1987 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, 1984-1987 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, and additional Ford/Mercury manual transmission applications listed below. The FAG MC0453 is also referenced for 1976-1977 Mercury Capri, 1979 Ford Fairmont, and 1979 Mercury Zephyr.

What It Is Used For

  • Restoring clutch release function when the bearing is noisy or worn
  • Addressing clutch chatter or inconsistent disengagement during shifting
  • Replacing a bearing with incorrect dimensions during transmission rebuilds
  • Correcting pedal feel issues tied to release bearing wear
  • Servicing manual transmission systems in Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

  • Verify transmission type before ordering, especially on 2001 Ford Mustang applications where the bell housing option tag is required.
  • Match the bearing dimensions to the original part before installation.
  • Confirm whether the vehicle uses a Ford transmission, Borg-Warner transmission, German transmission, or self-aligning assembly as noted in fitment.
  • Inspect the clutch fork, pressure plate, and related wear items during replacement.
  • Use the exact year and engine/transmission notes for Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri fitment verification.

Quality Assurance

FAG develops and produces precision release bearings, roller bearings, spherical bearings, and plain bearings for a wide range of applications. MC0453 is built to the dimensional and application requirements listed for the covered Ford and Mercury manual transmission vehicles.

This part fits 155 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2004FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2004FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2004FordMustangMach 14.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2004FordMustang—3.9LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2004FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2003FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2003FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2003FordMustangMach 14.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2003FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2002FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2002FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2001FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100; Identify transmission type by referring to option tag located on the bell housing.
2001FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2001FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100; Identify transmission type by referring to option tag located on the bell housing.
2000FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2000FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
2000FordMustangSVT Cobra R5.4LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1999FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1999FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1999FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1998FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1998FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1998FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1997FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1997FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1997FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1996FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1996FordMustangSVT Cobra4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1996FordMustangGT4.6LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1995FordMustangSVT Cobra R5.8LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1995FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1995FordMustangSVT Cobra5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1995FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1994FordMustangSVT Cobra5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1994FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1994FordMustang—3.8LV6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1993FordMustangSVT Cobra5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1993FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1993FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1992FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1992FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1991FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1991FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1990FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1990FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1989FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1989FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988MercuryCougar———N/AExcept german trans.; 4 Speed M/Trans; Self-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1988MercuryCougar———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordE-150 Econoline———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordE-250 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordE-350 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987MercuryCougar———N/AExcept german trans.; 4 Speed M/Trans; Self-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1987MercuryCougar———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordE-150 Econoline———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordE-250 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordE-350 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordMustang—2.3LL4N/Aw/ German 4 Speed M/Trans; SOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AGerman Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1986MercuryCougar—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordE-150 Econoline———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordE-250 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordE-350 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AGerman Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordMustang—2.3LL4N/Aw/ German 4 Speed M/Trans; SOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1985MercuryCougar—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordE-150 Econoline———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordE-250 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordE-350 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AGerman Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordMustang—2.3LL4N/Aw/ German 4 Speed M/Trans; SOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984MercuryCougar—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1984MercuryCougar—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordE-150 Econoline———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordE-150 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordE-250 Econoline Club Wagon———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983FordThunderbird—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ABorg-Warner Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1983MercuryCougar———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982FordMustang—3.3LL6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982FordThunderbird———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1982MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordMustang—3.3LL6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFrom 12/01/1980; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFrom 10/01/1980; To 11/30/1980; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981FordThunderbird———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFrom 12/01/1980; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1981MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFrom 10/01/1980; To 11/30/1980; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—3.3LL6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFrom 08/01/1979; To 09/30/1980; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1980MercuryCougar———N/ASelf-Aligning Assembly; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordFairmont—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordMustang—3.3LL6N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordMustang—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordMustang—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979FordMustang—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979MercuryCapri—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/ASOHC; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1979MercuryZephyr—5.0LV8N/ASchaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1977MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
1976MercuryCapri—2.3LL4N/AFord Transmission; Schaeffler BRG Global Number 500 0453 100
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
5000453100N1714SA