Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL .
NOTE: The flexplate bolts are torque-to-yield design and are not reusable.

Remove the 8 bolts and the flexplate.
- Discard the bolts.
- To install, tighten in the sequence shown in illustration in 2 stages.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
  - Stage 2: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.
    
    Fig 1: Identifying Flexplate Bolts Tightening Sequence
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- After completing the repairs, use the scan tool to perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure, following the on-screen instructions.