Installation Procedure

2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis K2500, 7.4 J, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Flywheel
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  1. Position the flywheel to the crankshaft.
  2. Install the NEW flywheel bolts until snug.
  3. 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.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. 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  .

  6. Remove the J 38122-AΒ  and breaker bar.
  7. Install the transaxle. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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