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Flywheel Torque Specification

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  1. Tighten the flywheel bolts in the sequence shown in 3 stages:
    1. Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
    2. Stage 2: Tighten to 80 Nm (50 lb-ft).
    3. Stage 3: Tighten to 112 Nm (83 lb-ft).
      Fig 1: Identifying Flexplate Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G03897718Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.