Engine Block: FLEXPLATE: Installation

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NOTE:

Do not reuse the flexplate retaining bolts (3).

Position the flexplate (1) onto the crankshaft.
Install the new bolts (3) hand tight.
Install the (special tool #10272, Tool, Flywheel Locking) (2).
Tighten the six flexplate bolts (2) in two steps as follows:
- Step 1: All to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.) in a criss-cross pattern
- Step 2: All rotated 50° in a criss-cross pattern.
Install the transmission. Refer to INSTALLATION .