Removal Procedure

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Special Tools

EN-45059 Angle Meter
EN-50792 Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
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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Remove the automatic transmission flex plate attaching bolts (1).

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