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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Automatic Flex Plate Attaching Bolts
    GM2726718Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Fasteners have adhesive patch and must be tighten ed to final torque within 5 minutes.

  1. Install the automatic transmission flex plate (2) and hand start NEW bolts (1).
  2. Fig 2: Starter Motor Bolts
    GM2744964Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN-50792  holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flex plate.
  4. Fig 3: Flex Plate Bolt tightening Sequence
    GM2744962Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  5. tighten the bolts evenly using the following procedure:
    1. tighten the bolts a first pass in sequence to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
    2. tighten the bolts a second pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
    3. tighten the bolts a final pass in sequence 40 degrees using the EN 45059  meter.
  6. Remove the EN-50792  holding tool.
  7. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (Front Wheel Drive except Diesel Engine)Transmission Replacement (All Wheel Drive except Diesel Engine) .