Driveplate, removing and installing: Installing

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Install driveplate using washer with cut-outs -1-.
Install new bolts -3- and tighten to 30 Nm (22 ft lb).

Fig 1: Identifying Driveplate Assembly Components
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Check dimension -a- at three points and calculate average value.
Specified value: 19.5-21.1 mm (0.768-0.831 in.)

If NOT:

Fig 2: Checking Flywheel Installed Dimension

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Remove driveplate and install shim -2-.
Tighten bolts -3- to 30 Nm (22 ft lb).
Tighten bolts -3- to 60 Nm (44 ft lb) plus 1/4-turn (90°).

Fig 3: Removing Driveplate And Installing Shim
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