Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement
Tools Required
^ J38122-A Harmonic Balancer Holder
^ J45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the transmission.
2. Using the J38122-A, hold the crankshaft balancer.





3. 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.

Remove the flywheel bolts.

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

Remove the flywheel.
5. 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 flywheel.

2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

Install the flywheel bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 53 Nm (39 ft. lbs.) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J45059.





3. Remove the J38122-A.
4. Install the transmission.