Express 3500 V8-4.8L VIN V (2005)
Flex Plate: Service and Repair
Engine Flywheel Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the automatic transmission, if equipped.
Important: Note the position and direction of the engine flywheel before removal.
2. Remove the engine flywheel bolts.
3. Remove the automatic transmission engine flywheel.
4. Clean and inspect the engine flywheel.
5. Install 2 M11x1.5 mm bolts (1) to the threaded holes of the spacer, if applicable.
6. Rotate the bolts clockwise to remove the spacer.
7. Remove the spacer from the rear of the crankshaft, if applicable.
Installation Procedure
Important:
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The flywheel does not use a locating pin for alignment and will not initially seat against the crankshaft flange or spacer (if applicable), but will be
pulled onto the crankshaft by the engine flywheel bolts. This procedure requires a three stage tightening process.
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Certain applications (4.8 L manual transmissions or all 6.0 L) require a spacer and longer bolts for proper flywheel position.
