In-Vehicle Servicing: Flexplate: Installation

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NOTE: Special bolts are used for flexplate installation. Do not use standard bolts.

Position the spacer and the flexplate. Install the 8 bolts and tighten in the sequence shown in 3 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Fig 1: Identifying Flexplate Bolts Tightening Sequence

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 5R55S .