Removal And Installation: Flexplate: Installation

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NOTE: One of the 8 flexplate holes are offset so the flexplate can only be installed in one position.

Install the flexplate and the bolts and tighten in sequence shown.

Torque: 80 Nm

Fig 1: Flexplate Tightening Sequence
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Install the transmission. Refer to: TRANSMISSION
After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure using a diagnostic scan tool.
If a new flexplate was installed, road test the vehicle.