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Pontiac Vibe L4-1.8L (2008)06 · Transmission and Drivetrain
06 · Transmission

Flywheel: Specifications (page 3 of 4)

Make
Pontiac
Model
Vibe
Engine
L4-1.8L
Year
2008
Section
Flywheel
Transmission and DrivetrainSpecifications · page 3 of 4
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Flywheel: Service and Repair

Engine Flywheel Replacement

Tools Required

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

Removal Procedure

Caution:  Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution  (See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information/Battery
Disconnect Caution).

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the transaxle assembly. Refer to the following:

*

Transaxle Replacement  (See: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement) for the MU4 transmission

*

Transaxle Replacement  (See: Manual Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Transaxle Replacement) for the
MK5 transmission

3. If equipped with a manual transmission, remove the clutch and pressure plate. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement  (See: Clutch/Service and

Repair).

4. Remove the eight flywheel retaining bolts.
5. Remove the flywheel from the crankshaft.
6. Clean any grease or dirt from the crankshaft flange outer surface using a suitable solvent.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the flywheel to the crankshaft.

Notice:  Apply the proper amount of the sealant to the fastener when assembling this component. Excessive use of the sealant can prohibit the
component from being assembled properly or allow the fastener to loosen. A component or fastener that is not assembled properly can loosen or
fall off leading to extensive engine damage.

2. Apply GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or the equivalent, to the flywheel retaining bolt threads (1).

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