B2300 SE Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2001)
Flex Plate: Service and Repair
Flywheel
Removal
1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the clutch, if so equipped.
3. Remove the bolts and the flywheel or flexplate.
Installation
NOTE:
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Engine balancing is not required. Balance weights should not be installed on the new flywheel.
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Special bolts are used for installation. Do not use standard bolts.
1. Inspect the pilot bearing (manual transmission only). Install a new pilot bearing as necessary.
2. Install the flywheel or flexplate. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in three stages.
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Stage 1: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 2: Tighten to 80 Nm (50 ft. lbs.).
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Stage 3: Tighten to 112 Nm (83 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the clutch, if so equipped.
4. Install the transmission.