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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 XLR 🢒 Driveline/Axle 🢒 Propeller Shaft 🢒 Flexplate Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 499202 Size: SH
  1. Remove the driveline support assembly and separate it from the transmission. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the bolts mounting the flexplate to the flexplate spindle.
  3. Remove the flexplate.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 499202 Size: SH
  1. Position the flexplate to the flexplate spindle so that the side of the flexplate marked CONVERTER SIDE will face the transmission torque converter.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the driveline support assembly to the transmission and the vehicle. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement .