G6 V6-3.5L (2009)
Flex Plate: Service and Repair
Engine Flywheel Replacement
Special Tools
J 37096 Flywheel Holder
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the automatic transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement (3.5L (LZ4) W/MN5) (See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement)Transmission Replacement (2.4L (LE5) W/MN5) (See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement).
2. Use the J 37096 to secure the flywheel in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
3. Loosen the 6 flywheel bolts.
4. Remove 5 of the 6 flywheel bolts leaving one bolt at the top of the crankshaft rotation.
5. Grip the flywheel and remove the remaining bolt. Do not drop the flywheel when removing the final bolt.
6. Remove the engine flywheel retainer and the flywheel.
7. Clean the engine flywheel bolt threads and bolt holes.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the flywheel and the flywheel retainer.
2. Use the J 37096 to secure the flywheel in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
