Torque Converter Nuts Installation Note

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Hold the crankshaft pulley to prevent the drive plate from rotating.
CAUTION:
- Loosely and equally tighten the torque converter nuts, then further tighten them to the specified tightening torque.
Fig 1: Holding Crankshaft Pulley
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Tighten the torque converter mounting nuts.
Tightening Torque

34-44 N.m

(3.5-4.4 kgf.m, 25-32 ft.lb)

Fig 2: Identifying Starter Mount Location

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