Flywheel: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement

Tools Required
* J 38122-A Crankshaft Balancer Holder
* J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure




1. If equipped with a automatic transaxle, remove the transaxle.
2. If equipped with a manual transaxle, remove the clutch.
3. Using the J38122-A, hold the crankshaft balancer.





Important: It may be necessary to remove the chamfer (bevel) from the edge of an 18 mm socket in order to get full engagement on the thin-headed flywheel bolts.

4. Remove and discard the automatic transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped.

Important: Do not orientate the flywheel to the crankshaft. It is balanced separately from the engine.

5. Remove the automatic transaxle flywheel, if equipped.





Important: It may be necessary to remove the chamfer (bevel) from the edge of an 18 mm socket in order to get full engagement on the thin-headed flywheel bolts.

6. Remove and discard the manual transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped.

Important: Do not orientate the flywheel to the crankshaft. It is balanced separately from the engine.

7. Remove the manual transaxle flywheel, if equipped.
8. Clean the thread adhesive from the flywheel bolt holes. Use a nylon bristle brush to clean the holes in the crankshaft.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the manual transaxle flywheel, if equipped.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the NEW manual transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped.

Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J45059.




3. Install the automatic transaxle flywheel, if equipped.
4. Install the NEW automatic transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped.

Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J45059.

5. Remove the J38122-A.
6. If equipped with a manual transaxle, install the clutch.
7. If equipped with a automatic transaxle, install the transaxle.