Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Automatic Transmission Flex Plate (1) - Install
- If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps:
- Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth.
- Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
- Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.
- Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Bolt (2) - Install NEW and hand tighten [8x]
- NOTE:
Have an additional technician hold the special tool EN-956-1 Extension in place while applying torque.
Hold EN-49979 Holder (1) and EN-956-1 Extension (3).
- Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Bolt - Tighten in sequence [8x] - Fastener Specifications
Remove EN-49979 Holder (1) and EN-956-1 Extension (3).
- Transmission - Install - Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 2WD with F47) , or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 2WD without F47) , or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 4WD and NP0 without F47) , or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 4WD and NQH without F47) , or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 4WD and NP0 with F47) , or Automatic Transmission Removal and Installation (LM2, 4WD and NQH with F47)
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .