Flex Plate: Service and Repair

Flexplate Replacement (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2)

Tools Required

^ J 46093 Rotor and Flexplate Holding Tool

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.

Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the J 46093 (1) and bolts. The flange of the J 46093 should locate into the hole in the flexplate. Use two M10 1.5 x 40 mm bolts for proper tool operation.

Tighten the bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





3. Remove the flexplate bolts.
4. Remove the flexplate.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the flexplate.
2. Install the flexplate bolts.

Tighten the bolts to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).





3. Remove the J 46093 (1) and bolts.
4. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement.