For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 43653 Flywheel Holding Tool

### Removal Procedure

Important: It may be necessary to remove the chamfer (bevel) from the edge of an 18 mm socket in order to get full socket engagement on the thin headed flywheel bolts.

Important: It is not necessary to orientate the flywheel to the crankshaft. It is balanced separately from the engine.

1. Remove the flywheel attaching bolts. Use the J 43653 to prevent crankshaft rotation.
2. Remove the flywheel, if the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission.
3. Remove the flywheel retainer and flywheel for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
4. Clean the thread adhesive from the flywheel bolts. Use a nylon bristle brush to clean the bolt holes in the crankshaft.