Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Engine Flywheel Pilot Bearing

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Install the pilot bearing.

Fig 2: View Of Flywheel & Mounting Bolts (Manual)

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WARNING: When removing, handling or installing this component wear protective gloves. The sharp edges on the component may be very sharp and may cause injury.

Install the flywheel.

CAUTION: This component uses bolts with a pre-applied molybdenum disulfide coating for thread lubrication. Do not remove the coating or use any additional lubricant. Improperly lubricated threads will adversely affect the bolt torque and clamp load. Improper bolt torque and clamp load can lead to engine damage.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Loosely install NEW flywheel bolts.

Fig 3: Locking Flywheel Using J 44643 (Manual Transmission)

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Install J 44643: tool to hold the flywheel from rotating.

Fig 4: Flywheel Bolt Tightening Sequence

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Use the following steps and the proper sequence to tighten the flywheel bolts:
1. Tighten the flywheel bolts to 79 N.m (59 lb ft) .
2. Tighten the flywheel bolts to 60 degrees using the J 45059: meter .
3. Tighten the flywheel bolts again to 60 degrees using the J 45059: meter .
Remove J 44643: tool.