Section 1326 (Clutch System - 2500 Hd & 3500 Hd): Flywheel: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 3500 HD and 2016 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Pressure Plate Bolts

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Remove the transmission. Refer to REMOVAL .
NOTE:
Vehicles with Dual Mass Flywheel use an adapter plate between the flywheel and crank. This plate does not need to be removed.
Loosen pressure plate bolts (1-8) evenly, a few threads at a time and in a diagonal pattern to prevent warping the plate.
Remove the eight pressure plate bolts (1-8) completely and remove pressure plate and disc.

Fig 2: Dust Cover & Bolts
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Remove the dust cover bolts (1) and the dust cover (2).

Fig 3: Removing Flexplate-To-Flywheel Bolts
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Using the access hole, remove each flexplate-to-flywheel bolt (1). Use Barring Tool (special tool #7471B, Barring Tool) to rotate the engine and flywheel.
Remove the flywheel.