Cleaning ProcedureClean the flex plate in solvent.
Warning:Refer toSafety Glasses Warning.
Dry the flex plate with compressed air.Inspection ProcedureInspect the flex plate for the following conditions:Stress cracks around the flex plate-to-torque converter mounting bolt hole locations-(1)and/or flex plate-to-crankshaft-(2, 4)
Note:Do not attempt to repair the welded areas that retain the ring gear to the flex plate.Install a NEW flex plate.
Cracks at welded areas that retain the ring gear onto the flex plate-(3)Damaged or missing ring gear teeth-(5)Replace the flex plate as necessary.Engine Control Module Description Engine Control Engine Control Module
The Engine Control Module (ECM) interacts with many emission related components andsystems, and monitors emission related components and systems for deterioration. OBDII diagnostics monitor the system performance and a diagnostic trouble code (DTC)sets if the system performance degrades. The ECM is ...