Clean the flywheel in solvent.
Warning:Refer toSafety Glasses Warning.
Dry the flywheel with compressed air.Inspect the flywheel for the following:Damaged ring gear teethStress cracks around theflywheel-to-crankshaft bolt holelocationsWeight saving holesLower Control Arm Replacement Control Arms Lower Control Arm
Special ToolsJ-42188-B -Ball Joint SeparatorFor regional equivalent tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Removal ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer toTire and Wheel Removal and Installation.Remove and discard the lower co ...