Engine Block: FLEXPLATE: Installation

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Position the flexplate (3) onto the crankshaft.
Install the bolts (1) hand tight.
Tighten the flexplate retaining bolts to the proper torque specification in a criss-cross pattern. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
CAUTION:
Do not use an impact socket or a thick walled socket when removing or installing the flexplate retaining bolts, damage to the crankshaft, internal engine or the transmission may occur.
Install the transmission. Refer to INSTALLATION .