Engine Flywheel Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Transmission and Drivetrain.
3. Remove the flywheel attaching bolts. Use a suitable tool in order to prevent crankshaft rotation.
4. Remove the flywheel spacer.
5. Remove the flywheel.
6. Clean the flywheel bolt threads and the bolt holes.

Installation Procedure





1. Apply thread locker to all of the flywheel bolts. Use GM P/N 12345382 or an equivalent.
2. Install the flywheel.
3. Install the flywheel spacer.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the flywheel bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Transmission and Drivetrain.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.