Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Installation

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Special Tools

EN-652 Flywheel Holder

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Clean the 8 crankshaft threads.
Install the crankshaft position reluctor ring (1).
Apply thread lock agent to the 8 NEW bolts (1). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
Install the automatic transmission flex plate (2).

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Loosely install the 8 NEW automatic transmission flex plate bolts (1).
Install the EN-652 holder (2), lock the automatic transmission flex plate via the starter ring gear.
Fig 1: Flex Plate Bolt Tightening Sequence

CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .

Tighten the 8 NEW automatic transmission flex plate bolts (1) to 60 N.m (44 lb ft), in the sequence as shown.
Remove the EN-652 holder.