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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS K2500, 7.4 J, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1619 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.4L (LAT))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSON-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FLYWHEEL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, Automatic
Installation Procedure
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the flywheel to the crankshaft.
- Install the NEW flywheel bolts until snug.
- Have an assistant install the J 38122-AΒ , and a breaker bar to the crankshaft balancer in order to prevent the flywheel from rotating when tightening the flywheel bolts.
- Tighten the flywheel bolts.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft) plus an additional 25 degrees using the J 45059Β .
- Remove the J 38122-AΒ and breaker bar.
- Install the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.