Flywheel Installation Note

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Install the flywheel to the crankshaft.
When reusing the bolts, clean threads and hole, then apply locking compound to the threads.
NOTE:
- No locking compound is needed when using new bolts.
Hand-tighten the flywheel lock bolts.
Install the SST to the flywheel.
G35M-R manual transaxle models

Fig 1: Holding Flywheel (G35M-R)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

A65M-R manual transaxle models
Gradually tighten the flywheel lock bolts in a crisscross pattern.
1. Tightening torque
2. G35M-R manual transaxle models 108-115 N.m {11.1-11.7 kgf.m, 79.7-84.8 ft.lbf}
3. A65M-R manual transaxle models 73-87 N.m {7.5-8.8 kgf.m, 54-64 ft.lbf}
Fig 2: Holding Flywheel (A65M-R)
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.