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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • 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 Holder in order to rotate the flywheel and access the torque converter bolts.
  6. Use the J-37096 Holder 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. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

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

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