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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Automatic Flex Plate Attaching Bolts
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    NOTE:

    Fasteners have adhesive patch and must be tightened to final torque within 5 minutes.

  1. Install the automatic flex plate (2) and hand start NEW bolts (1).
  2. Fig 2: Starter Motor Bolts
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  3. To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN 46106  holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flex plate.
  4. Fig 3: Flex Plate Bolt Tightening Sequence
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    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. Tighten the bolts evenly using the following procedure:
    1. Tighten the bolts a first pass in sequence to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the bolts a second pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
    3. Tighten the bolts a final pass in sequence 40 degrees using the EN 45059  meter.
  6. Remove EN 46106  holding tool.
  7. Install the transmission. Refer to TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT (AWD) or TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT (FWD) .