Flywheel: Service and Repair

ENGINE FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENT


Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect both the battery negative cables from the batteries.





2. Remove the transmission from the vehicle.
3. Remove the clutch assembly from the crankshaft if equipped.

Caution: When removing or Installing the flywheel wear protective gloves. The teeth on the ring gear may be very sharp and may cut you.

4. Remove the flywheel from the crankshaft.

Installation Procedure

Caution: When removing or Installing the flywheel wear protective gloves. The teeth on the ring gear may be very sharp and may cut you.

Important: Do not resurface the flywheel, replace the flywheel if damaged due to over heating or excessive wear.

1. Install the flywheel to the crankshaft

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the flywheel mounting bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 90 Nm (65 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the clutch assembly if equipped.
4. Install the transmission in the vehicle.
5. Connect both the battery negative cable to the batteries.