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Engine Flywheel Replacement with Automatic Transmission

Special Tools

J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 953909  Size: SH
  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
  2. Remove and discard the flywheel bolts.
  3. Remove the flywheel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 953909  Size: SH
  1. Position the flywheel to the crankshaft
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the new flywheel bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft) plus an additional 45 degrees using the J 45059 .

  5. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

Engine Flywheel Replacement with Manual Transmission

Special Tools

J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 953913  Size: SH
  1. Remove the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove and discard the flywheel bolts.
  3. Remove the flywheel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 953913  Size: SH
  1. Position the flywheel to the crankshaft
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the new flywheel bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft) plus an additional 45 degrees using the J 45059 .

  5. Install the clutch assembly. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .