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Flex Plate: Service and Repair




Engine Flywheel Replacement

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

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Removal and Replacement).
2. Using the J 38122-A , hold the crankshaft balancer.





Note: 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 and discard the automatic transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped.

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

4. Remove the automatic transaxle 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 automatic transaxle flywheel, if equipped.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the NEW automatic transaxle flywheel bolts, if equipped and tighten to 53 Nm (39 lb ft) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J 45059 .
3. Remove the J 38122-A .
4. Install the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Removal and Replacement).