Installation Procedure

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Install the flywheel and the flywheel retainer.
Use the J 37096 to secure the flywheel in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.

Fig 1: Securing Flywheel Using J 37096
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the engine flywheel bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 71 N.m (52 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Flywheel & Flywheel Retainer Bolts
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Measure the flywheel runout:
1. 4.1. Install a dial indicator on the engine block and check the engine flywheel runout at three attaching bosses. Refer to ENGINE MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
2. 4.2. If the condition cannot be corrected, replace the engine flywheel.
Install the automatic transaxle. Refer to TRANSAXLE (2003) in Removal & Installation - A/T.