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In-Vehicle Repair: Flexplate: Installation

NOTE: The crankshaft dowel must be positioned below the outer face of the flexplate.
  1. Install the flexplate with the elongated hole over the crankshaft dowel.
    Fig 1: Locating Elongated Hole
    G01104601Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the flexplate bolts and tighten in two stages in the sequence shown.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten to 110 Nm (81 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Flexplate Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G01104602Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the transmission. For additional information, see REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - A/T .
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