Flywheel: Service and Repair

FLEX PLATE / FLYWHEEL

REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the starter.
3. Using Special Tool 9102 Flywheel Locking Tool (1), lock the flywheel by inserting the tool in the starter opening.





4. Remove the clutch if equipped.





5. Remove and discard the flywheel bolts (1).
6. Remove the spacer (2) and the flywheel/flexplate (3).
7. Inspect the rear crankshaft oil seal for leakage. Replace if required.


INSTALLATION

Note: New flywheel/flexplate bolts must be used.





1. Position the flywheel/flexplate (3) and align on the crankshaft pin.





2. Install the spacer and new flywheel/flexplate bolts (1). Tighten bolts in sequence to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
3. Rotate the flywheel/flexplate bolts an additional 90° clockwise.
4. Install the clutch if equipped.





5. Remove Special Tool 9102 Flywheel Locking Tool (1).
6. Install the starter.
7. Install the transmission.