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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 44214 Flywheel Holder
    • J 45059 Angle Meter
  1. Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004, (Canadian P/N 10953480), or equivalent, to the engine flywheel bolts.

  2. Object Number: 1480384  Size: SH
  3. Place the engine flywheel in position on the crankshaft.
  4. Loosely install a bolt at the top and bottom of the bolt circle allowing the engine flywheel to hang in position.

  5. Object Number: 651418  Size: SH
  6. Install the J 44214 to the engine block.
  7. Install the remaining engine flywheel bolts.
  8. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  9. Tighten the engine flywheel bolts.
  10. 6.1. First Pass

    Tighten
    Tighten the engine flywheel retaining bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    6.2. Final Pass

    Tighten
    Tighten the engine flywheel retaining bolts an additional 50 degrees using the J 45059 .