Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install pilot converter to the crankshaft using suitable tool, if removed.
- With a drift of the following outer diameter, press-fit as far as it will go:
  Pilot converter: Approx. 35 mm (1.38 in)
  
  Fig 1: Installing Pilot Converter To Crankshaft Using Drift
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- Press-fit pilot converter with its chamfering side facing crankshafts shown in the figure.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Chamfered Pilot Converter
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Install drive plate in the reverse order of removal.
- Install drive plate (4) and reinforcement plate (3) as shown in the figure.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Drive Plate And Reinforcement Plate
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- When installing drive plate to crankshaft (1), be sure to correctly align crankshaft side dowel pin and drive plate side dowel pin hole.
  CAUTION: If these are not aligned correctly, engine runs roughly and "MIL" illuminates.
- Holding ring gear with the ring gear stopper [SST: KV10120100 (J-47245)].
- Tighten the mounting bolts crosswise over several times.