Flywheel/Drive Plate

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Install drive plate.

Install the drive plate and reinforce plate in the direction shown in the figure.
Secure the crankshaft using a ring gear stopper.
Tighten the installation bolts crosswise over several times.

Fig 1: Installing Drive Plate
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.