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GM 12579453
Drive Plate

1992-2011 GM

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GM 12579453 Drive Plate
GM 12579453 Drive Plate
  • Part Description
    Flywheel, Engine Crankshaft
  • Replaces
    10218513, 24576876, 24506847
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    1993-2005 Buick CenturyCustom, Limited, Special, Special Edition4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    2009-2011 Buick LucerneCX, CXL, CXL Special Edition6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
    1992-1996 Buick RegalCustom, Limited6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    2002-2007 Buick RendezvousCX, CX Plus, CXL, CXL Plus6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
    1994-1998 Buick SkylarkCustom, Gran Sport, Limited, Olympic Gold Edition6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    2005-2007 Buick TerrazaCX, CXL6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
    1992-1996 Chevrolet BerettaBase, GT, GTZ, Z264 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    1992-2001 Chevrolet CavalierBase, LS, RS, VL, Z244 Cyl 2.2 L BI-FUEL, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    1992-1996 Chevrolet CorsicaBase, LT, LTZ4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
    2002-2011 Chevrolet Impala50th Anniversary Edition, Base, LS, LT, LTZ, Police6 Cyl 3.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.9 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12579453 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12579453 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How do you measure the flywheel runout for the 2003 Buick Century? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Install a dial indicator on the engine block and check at three attaching bosses.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you secure the flywheel during the replacement process for the 2009 Buick Lucerne? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use the J 37096 (Flywheel Holder) to secure the flywheel and prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the engine flywheel for the 2005 Buick Terraza? Posted by Customer
    A:
    First, remove the automatic transaxle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What tool is used to secure the flywheel for the 2006 Buick Rendezvous? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Use the Flywheel Holder (J37096) to secure the flywheel and prevent the crankshaft from rotating.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be removed after the transmission for the 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Next, remove the clutch and pressure plate for the manual transmission, followed by the flywheel attaching bolts.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for tightening the engine flywheel bolts for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten the engine flywheel bolts to 70 Nm (52 lb ft).
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the flywheel bolts for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Take off the engine flywheel retainer and the flywheel, and clean the bolt threads and holes.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the engine flywheel for the 2000 Chevrolet Lumina? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the automatic transaxle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should you do with the engine flywheel bolts for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Loosen the six engine flywheel bolts and remove five of them, leaving one at the top of the crankshaft rotation.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you secure the new flywheel before tightening the bolts for the 2008 Chevrolet Uplander? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Again, use the Flywheel Holder (J 37096) to secure the flywheel.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done with the flywheel to torque converter bolts for the 2001 Chevrolet Venture? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the flywheel to torque converter bolts.
    Posted by ChevyPartsGiant Specialist
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OEM GM Drive Plate 12579453 Designed for Proper Fit and Performance

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