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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 37096 Flywheel Holder
    • J 37623 10 ½ Inch Pinion Bearing Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

  2. Object Number: 289471  Size: SH
  3. Remove the torque converter cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 309963  Size: SH
  5. Use the J 37096 in order to rotate the flywheel and access the torque converter bolts.
  6. Use the J 37096 to hold the flywheel.

  7. Object Number: 160984  Size: SH
  8. Remove the flywheel to torque converter bolts.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 160984  Size: SH
  1. Install the flywheel to torque converter bolts.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Use the J 37623 to hold the flywheel.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 63 N·m (47 lb ft).


    Object Number: 289471  Size: SH
  5. Install the torque converter cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement .
  6. Lower the vehicle.