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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Bolts & Flexplate To Flexplate Spindle
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  1. Position the flexplate to the flexplate spindle so that the side of the flexplate marked CONVERTER SIDE will face the transmission torque converter.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the flexplate to flexplate spindle bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  4. Install the driveline support assembly to the transmission and the vehicle. Refer to Driveline Support Assembly Replacement (Automatic Transmission)  or Driveline Support Assembly Replacement (Manual Transmission) .