Protect the C4 transmission bellhousing area on your 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar equipped with a 302 or 351W V8 using this 157-tooth automatic inspection plate. Designed as a torque converter inspection cover for compatible small-bellhousing C4 applications, this factory-style replacement installs on the front of the transmission bellhousing to provide torque converter access when removed and help keep debris out when installed.
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1969-1973 Cougar Fitment: Designed for compatible Mercury Cougar C4 automatic inspection plate applications.
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302 / 351W V8 Application: Intended for vehicles equipped with a 302 or 351W V8 engine.
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C4 Automatic Application: Designed for compatible small-bellhousing C4 automatic transmission applications.
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157-Tooth Configuration: Intended for the specified 157-tooth application.
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Torque Converter Inspection Cover: Covers the torque converter access area at the transmission bellhousing.
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Bellhousing Installation: Installs on the front of the transmission bellhousing.
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Torque Converter Access: Provides access to the torque converter when the inspection plate is removed.
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Debris Protection: Helps prevent debris from entering the bellhousing area when installed.
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Factory-Style Replacement: Designed as an original-style replacement for compatible C4 automatic applications.
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Replacement Use: Replaces a worn, damaged, missing, bent, rusty, cracked, or incorrect C4 inspection plate.
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Box Dimensions: Measures 11 in. L x 4 in. W x 1 in. H.
The C4 automatic inspection plate installs on the front of the transmission bellhousing and serves as the torque converter inspection cover on compatible 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar applications equipped with a 302 or 351W V8. Designed for a 157-tooth small-bellhousing C4 configuration, it provides torque converter access when removed and helps protect the bellhousing area from debris when installed.
A worn, damaged, missing, bent, rusty, cracked, or incorrect inspection plate can leave the transmission bellhousing area exposed and make torque converter service access incomplete. Replacing it with this factory-style inspection plate helps restore proper transmission coverage while retaining convenient access for service.
Restore C4 bellhousing protection and torque converter access on your 1969-1973 Mercury Cougar 302 or 351W V8 with this factory-style 157-tooth small-bellhousing inspection plate.
| Product Details |
| Make |
Mercury |
| Model |
Cougar |
| Year Range |
1969-1973 |
| Product Type |
C4 automatic inspection plate |
| Engine |
302 / 351W V8 |
| Transmission |
Small-bellhousing C4 automatic transmission |
| Tooth Count |
157 tooth |
| Cover Type |
Torque converter inspection cover |
| Drivetrain Area |
Transmission bellhousing / torque converter area |
| Installation Location |
Front of transmission bellhousing |
| Fitment Style |
Factory-style replacement for compatible applications |
| Function |
Provides torque converter access when removed and helps prevent debris from entering when installed |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces worn, damaged, missing, bent, rusty, cracked, or incorrect C4 inspection plates |
| Service Area |
Torque converter access and transmission bellhousing protection |
| Box Dimensions |
11 in. L x 4 in. W x 1 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
0.4 lb. |
