GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the automatic transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle -- 4T65-E.
  2. Secure the flywheel in order to prevent rotation.

  3. Object Number: 54396  Size: SH
  4. Loosen the six engine flywheel bolts.
  5. Remove five of the six flywheel bolts leaving one bolt at the top of the crankshaft rotation.
  6. Grip the flywheel and remove the remaining bolt. Do not drop the flywheel when removing the final bolt.
  7. Remove the engine flywheel and the flywheel retainer.
  8. Clean the engine flywheel bolt threads and bolt holes.
  9. If you are not replacing the flywheel, clean and inspect the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Clean and Inspect .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 54396  Size: SH
  1. Install the flywheel retainer and the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Installation .
  2. Install the automatic transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle -- 4T65-E.