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.
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