Removal Procedure

Special Tools

• EN-45059  Angle Meter
• EN-50792  Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
2. To prevent crankshaft rotation, install the EN-50792  holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the automatic flex plate.
   Fig 1: Starter Motor Bolts

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3. Remove the automatic transmission flex plate attaching bolts (1).
   Fig 2: Automatic Flex Plate Attaching Bolts

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4. Remove the automatic transmission flex plate (2).
5. Remove the EN-50792  holding tool.
6. For automatic transmission flex plate cleaning and inspection, Refer to Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Cleaning and Inspection .