Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 37096 Flywheel Holder

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the automatic transaxle.
2. Use the J 37096 to secure the flywheel in order to prevent rotation.
3. Loosen the 6 engine flywheel bolts.
4. Remove 5 of the 6 flywheel bolts leaving 1 bolt at the top of the crankshaft rotation.
5. Grip the flywheel and remove the remaining bolt. Do not drop the flywheel when removing the final bolt.





6. Remove the engine flywheel retainer and the flywheel.
7. Clean the engine flywheel bolt threads and bolt holes.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the flywheel and the flywheel retainer.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the flywheel bolts. Use the J 37096 to prevent flywheel rotation.
^ Tighten the bolts to 71 Nm (52 lb ft).
3. Install the automatic transaxle.