Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 36660-A Torque/Angle Meter
- J 42098 Crank Hub Torx Socket

1. Remove the transmission.





2. Counterhold the crankshaft with J 42098 and remove the flywheel bolts.
3. Remove the flywheel from the crankshaft.
4. Clean the rear crankshaft flange.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the flywheel to the crankshaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Important:
^ Use new flywheel bolts.
^ Coat the new flywheel bolts with thread retaining compound, GM P/N 12345493 or equivalent.





2. Install the flywheel bolts.
^ Tighten
^ Counterhold the crankshaft with J 42098.
^ Use the J 36660-A to tighten the flywheel bolts to 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.) on the first pass, 30 degrees on the second pass and 15 degrees on the third pass.
3. Install the transmission.