Installation Procedure
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- CAUTION:
Automatic Transmission Flex Plate(1) - Install
- Install 8 NEW automatic transmission flex plate bolts (2).
- Hand tighten the bolts.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
CAUTION:Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .
NOTE:The bolts have adhesive patch and must be tightened to final torque within 5 minutes.
Tighten the 8 flex plate bolts (1) in sequence as shown:
Tighten
- First pass to 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
- A second pass to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- A final a additional pass to 70 degrees, using the EN 45059 Angle meter.
Remove the starter nut (1).
- Starter Bolt(1) - Remove
- Remove the EN-51398 holder (2).
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