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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the right splash shield. Refer to SECTION 10-4.
  3. Remove the automatic transmission. Refer to Section 7A.
  4. Remove the clutch and pressure plate for the manual transmission. Refer to Section 7C.
  5. Important: Mark the relationship of the pressure plate assembly to the flywheel. This will ensure proper balance during assembly.


    Object Number: 4334  Size: SH
  6. Remove the flywheel attaching bolts.
  7. Remove the retainer (automatic transmission only).
  8. Remove the flywheel.
  9. Clean the thread adhesive thoroughly from the flywheel bolts and bolt holes.

Installation Procedure

  1. Apply GM P/N 1052624, or equivalent to all flywheel bolts. Follow instructions carefully to ensure proper bolt retention.

  2. Object Number: 4334  Size: SH
  3. Install the flywheel and the bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 75 N·m (55 lb ft).

  5. Install the clutch and pressure plate for the manual transmission. Refer to Section 7C.
  6. Install the automatic transmission. Refer to Section 7A.
  7. Install the right splash shield. Refer to Section 10-4.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.