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Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement

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Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Transmission - Remove - Transmission Replacement (3.6L LGX)
1 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Bolt [8x]
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

NOTE:

NEW bolts must be used whenever removing the automatic transmission flex plate.

Tighten

  1. First Pass: 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
  2. Final Pass: 45 degrees

Special Tools

  • EN 45059  Angle Meter
  • EN 46106  Flywheel Holding Tool

Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools .
2 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate

Procedure

  1. Inspect and clean the automatic transmission flex plate. Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Cleaning and Inspection .
  2. Transmission - Install - Transmission Replacement (3.6L LGX)