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Flywheel Installation Note

CAUTION:
  • Clean the crankshaft threads before tightening the bolts. The threads may be damaged if the bolts are tightened with any old sealant remaining.
  1. Clean the crankshaft thread holes.
  2. Install the flywheel to the crankshaft.
  3. Hand-tighten the new flywheel lock bolts.
  4. Install the SST to the flywheel.
  5. Gradually tighten the flywheel lock bolts in a crisscross pattern.

    Tightening torque 

    151.3-161.1 N.m {15.3-16.4 kgf.m, 111.6-118.8 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 1: Flywheel Mounting Bolt Tightening Sequence & Flywheel Holding Tool
    G04326111Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.