Removal & Installation: FLEXPLATE: Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to SPECIFICATIONS information.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE (V8 5.0L PETROL)
- Torque:
Stage 1: 45 Nm
Stage 2: 90°
WARNING:
Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
CAUTION:
Install all the bolts finger tight before final tightening.
CAUTION:
The bolts can only be used 3 times, mark the bolts with a center punch. If 2 punch marks are visible, discard the bolts.
CAUTION:
Make sure that no components fall off during removal.
CAUTION:
Install the bolts in the noted position.
NOTE:
Make sure that the crankshaft is not rotated.
NOTE:
Make sure the crankshaft and flexplate mating faces are clean before installation.
NOTE:
Tighten the retaining bolts working diagonally.
