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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 45059 Angle Meter
    • EN 46326 Flywheel Holding Tool

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the powertrain. Refer to Powertrain Removal and Installation.

  2. Object Number: 53487  Size: SH
  3. Remove the driveline support assembly. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement.
  4. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement.

  5. Object Number: 928040  Size: SH
  6. Install the EN 46326 .
  7. Remove the engine flywheel bolts.
  8. Remove the flywheel and the reinforcement.
  9. Clean and inspect the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection.

Installation Procedure

  1. Apply sealant to the flywheel mounting bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers for the correct part number.

  2. Object Number: 53487  Size: SH
  3. Position the flywheel and the reinforcement to the crankshaft.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the flywheel mounting bolts.
  6. 3.1. Tighten the flywheel mounting bolts a first pass to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
    3.2. Tighten the flywheel mounting bolts a final pass an additional 50 degrees using the J 45059 .

    Object Number: 928040  Size: SH
  7. Remove the EN 46326 .
  8. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement.
  9. Install the driveline support assembly. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement.
  10. Install the powertrain. Refer to Powertrain Removal and Installation.