Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Rear Wheel Drive) (Removal and Replacement)Transmission Replacement (All Wheel Drive) (Removal and Replacement) .
2. Remove the engine flywheel bolts and the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Removal (Automatic Transmission) (Overhaul)Engine Flywheel Removal (Manual Transmission) (Overhaul) .
3. Clean and inspect the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection (Automatic Transmission) (Overhaul)Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection (Manual Transmission) (Overhaul) . If the flywheel teeth are damaged, inspect the starter for proper operation. Replace the starter if you find excessive wear or damage to the starter drive. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (LY7) (Service and Repair) .



Installation Procedure





1. Install the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Installation (Automatic Transmission) (Overhaul)Engine Flywheel Installation (Manual Transmission) (Overhaul) .
2. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Rear Wheel Drive) (Removal and Replacement)Transmission Replacement (All Wheel Drive) (Removal and Replacement) .