Flywheel: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement

Special Tools

* EN-43653 - Flywheel Holding Tool

* EN-45059 - Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement Service and Repair.

2. Remove the manual transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement Transmission Replacement.





3. Install the EN-43653 - holding tool(1) in the starter assembly location, engaging the engine flywheel, in order to prevent crankshaft rotation.





4. Remove and DISCARD the 6 engine flywheel bolts (2) and the engine flywheel (1).

Installation Procedure





Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

1. Install the automatic flex plate (1) and the 6 NEW automatic flex plate bolts (2) and tighten a first step to 53 Nm (39 lb ft).

Caution:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution.

2. Tighten the 6 automatic flex plate bolts (2) a final pass to an additional 25 degrees, using the EN-45059 - meter.





3. Remove the EN-43653 - holding tool(1) from the starter assembly location.

4. Install the manual transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement Transmission Replacement.

5. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement Service and Repair.