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Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement

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Fig 1: Automatic Transmission Flex Plate
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Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Transmission Replacement (All Wheel Drive)Transmission Replacement (Front Wheel Drive)

Special Tools

  • EN 45059  Angle Meter
  • EN 46106  Flywheel Holding Tool

Equivalent regional tools:Special Tools .
1 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Bolt (Qty:8)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

NOTE:

NEW bolts must be used whenever removing the automatic transmission flex plate.


Procedure 
Tighten 
30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 45 degrees
2 Automatic Transmission Flex Plate
Procedure 
Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Cleaning and Inspection .