Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Torque Converter Covers

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Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the torque converter cover bolts.
Remove the torque converter covers.

Fig 2: Holding Flywheel

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Install the J 37096 in order to gain access to the torque converter bolts and to prevent the flywheel from turning.

Fig 3: Identifying Flywheel To Torque Converter Bolts

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Remove the flywheel to torque converter bolts.