Tools Required

J 45059 Angle Meter

1. Remove the transaxle assembly. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T80-E.




Important: Do not reuse the flywheel bolts.

2. Remove the 8 mounting bolts.
3. Remove the flywheel and the reinforcement.
4. Clean and inspect the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection .

1. Position the flywheel and the reinforcement to the crankshaft.
2. Apply sealant, GM P/N 12346004 (Canadian P/N 10953480) or equivalent, to the flywheel mounting bolts.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the 8 NEW mounting bolts.

3.1.	First Pass

Tighten
Tighten the flywheel mounting bolts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

3.2.	Final Pass

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

4. Install the transaxle assembly. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T80-E.