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Flex Plate: Service and Repair



Engine Flywheel Replacement (with Automatic Transmission)

Special Tools

J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (RWD) (Removal and Replacement)Transmission Replacement (4WD) (Removal and Replacement) .
2. Remove and discard the flywheel bolts.
3. Remove the flywheel.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the flywheel to the crankshaft

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

2. Install the new flywheel bolts.

Tighten the flywheel bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft) plus an additional 45 degrees using the J 45059.

3. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (RWD) (Removal and Replacement)Transmission Replacement (4WD) (Removal and Replacement) .