S-Type (X200) V8-4.2L (2005)
Flex Plate: Service and Repair
Flexplate (12.53.13)
Removal
1. Remove the automatic transmission.
2. NOTE: Prevent the flexplate from rotating.
Remove the flexplate.
Installation
1. NOTE: Make sure the crankshaft and flexplate mating faces are clean before installation.
NOTE:: The flexplate will only locate in one position.
NOTE: Install, but do not tighten, the flexplate retaining bolts.
Install the flexplate.
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Prevent the flexplate from rotating.
2. NOTE: Tighten the retaining bolts working diagonally.
Tighten to 15 Nm.
3. NOTE: Tighten the retaining bolts working diagonally.