Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
Flex Plate: Service and Repair
Flexplate
Removal
1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the bolts.
Installation
1. Position the flexplate and install the bolts.
Tighten the bolts in two stages:
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Stage 1: Loosely install the bolts.
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Stage 2: Tighten the bolts in sequence shown.
2. Install the transmission.