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In-Vehicle Servicing: FLEXPLATE: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position the flexplate and loosely install the 6 bolts. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in illustration to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
    2. Fig 1: Tightening Sequence
    GF0046697Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 4R70E/4R75E article.
    3. WARNING: If the vehicle is equipped with a fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM article. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  3. If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.
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