Cleaning ProcedureClean the flex plate in solvent.
Warning:Refer toSafety Glasses Warning.
Dry the flex plate with compressed air.Inspection Procedure
Inspect 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.
Channel Plate to Valve Body Spacer Plate Assembly - Channel Plate Side Automatic Transmission Unit
Engine Flywheel Cleaning and Inspection Flywheel/FlexplateBrake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement
Removal ProcedureRemove the accessory wiring junction block. Refer toAccessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement.Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electricalconnector.While compressing the retaining tabs on the inboard side ofthe brake fluid level indicator switch-(1), carefullyremov ...