Explorer 4WD V8-4.6L VIN W (2002)
Flywheel: Service and Repair
Flywheel
Flywheel
Removal
1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the clutch disc and pressure plate.
3. CAUTION: Two bolts should be loosened but left in to prevent the flywheel from falling.
Remove six of the eight bolts. Loosen the two remaining bolts but leave in place.
4. Press the flywheel off the crankshaft.
Install two bolts in the threaded holes in the flywheel and remove flywheel.
5. Remove the bolts remaining in the crankshaft.
6. Remove the flywheel.
Installation
1. Position the flywheel onto the crankshaft and install the flywheel-to-crankshaft bolts.
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Apply threadlock and sealer to bolt threads.
2. Install the disc and pressure plate.
3. Install the transmission.