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Flex Plate: Service and Repair



Engine Flywheel Replacement


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



Removal Procedure





1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
2. Using the J 38122-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.


3. Remove the flywheel bolts.

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


4. 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.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

2. Install the flywheel bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J 45059 .





3. Remove the J 38122-A .
4. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .


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