Engine Flywheel Installation

Special Tools

• J 44214  Flywheel Holder
• J 45059  Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent, to the engine flywheel bolts.
Fig 1: Identifying 8 Engine Flywheel Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
2. Place the engine flywheel in position on the crankshaft.
3. Loosely install a bolt at the top and bottom of the bolt circle allowing the engine flywheel to hang in position.
Fig 2: Flywheel Holder Securing Engine Flywheel
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
4. Install the J 44214  holder to the engine block.
5. Install the remaining engine flywheel bolts.
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

6. Tighten the engine flywheel bolts.
   1. Tighten the engine flywheel retaining bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
   2. Tighten the engine flywheel retaining bolts an additional 50 degrees using the J 45059  meter.