Removal And Installation: Flywheel: Installation

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- Install the flexplate and the new bolts finger-tight.
- Tighten the bolts in sequence shown in 6 stages.
  Torque:
  
  Stage 1: Tighten fasteners 1 through 4 in sequence to: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
  
  Stage 2: Tighten fasteners 1 through 4 in sequence to: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
  
  Stage 3: Tighten fasteners 1 through 4 in sequence an additional: 60 °
  
  Stage 4: Tighten fasteners 5 through 8 in sequence to: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
  
  Stage 5: Tighten fasteners 5 through 8 in sequence to: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)
  
  Stage 6: Tighten fasteners 5 through 8 in sequence an additional: 60 °
Fig 1: Flywheel Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.