Removal And Installation: Flexplate: Installation

NOTE: Make sure that new components are installed.
- Install the flexplate and the new bolts. Tighten in sequence shown in 3 stages.
  Torque:
  
  Stage 1: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
  
  Stage 3: 83 lb.ft (112 Nm)
- Remove Special Service Tool: 303-103 (T74P-6375-A) Holding Tool, Flywheel.
Fig 1: Flexplate Tightening Sequence
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Install the transmission. Refer to: Transmission .