Drive Plate Mounting Bolts Removal Note

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Set the SST or equivalent against the drive plate.

Fig 1: SST Installed For Drive Plate Bolt Removal
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the bolts and the drive plate.