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Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Flexplate (12.53.13)
Removal
1. Remove the automatic transmission.





2. Detach the accessory drive belt.
^ Rotate the belt tensioner counter-clockwise.
- Use a 3/8 inch square drive bar to rotate the belt tensioner.

^ Detach the accessory drive belt.





3. Install the special tool.





4. NOTE: Prevent the flexplate from rotating.

Remove the flexplate.

Installation





1. NOTE: Make sure the crankshaft and flexplate mating faces are clean before installation.

NOTE: The flexplate will only locate in one position.

NOTE: Tighten the retaining bolts working diagonally.

Install the flexplate.
^ Prevent the flexplate from rotating.





2. Remove the special tool.





3. Attach the accessory drive belt.
^ Rotate the belt tensioner counter-clockwise.
- Use a 3/8 inch square drive bar to rotate the belt tensioner.

^ Attach the accessory drive belt.

4. Install the automatic transmission.