Removal Procedures
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- Remove the transmission. Refer to TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT (WITH 6.6L ENGINE) , or TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT (WITH 8.1L (L18) ENGINE)
- Install J 44643 in order to hold the flywheel.
- Loosen the flywheel bolts.
- Remove J 44643
- Remove and discard the flywheel bolts.
- Remove the flywheel washer.CAUTION: When removing, handling or installing this component wear protective gloves. The sharp edges on the component may be very sharp and may cause injury.
- Remove the flywheel.
- If required, clean and inspect the flywheel. Refer to ENGINE FLYWHEEL HOUSING CLEANING AND INSPECTION .