OEM 2003 Chevrolet Corvette Flywheel

2003 Chevrolet Corvette Flywheel Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Flywheel on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette?

  A: A proper procedure for servicing the flexplate starts with disconnecting the negative cable from the battery terminal followed by vehicle suspension. Both starters and Catalytic Converter assemblies need removal for the next steps. The flat bladed screwdriver helps to remove the access plug from the driveline support assembly so you can use the marked location on the transmission flexplate to Torque Converter through the access opening. Use the Starter motor opening to turn the engine Flywheel while seeking proper alignment of the flexplate to Torque Converter bolt with the driveline support assembly. The Flywheel holding tool (J42386-A) should be installed first before the flexplate to Torque Converter bolt removal and tool removal. Install this procedure for the additional two bolts. To install the Torque Converter you must first remove the access plug by using a flat-bladed screwdriver afterwards line up the bolt holes then rotate the converter as required. Position the flexplate bolt hole onto the access hole opening then remove the Flywheel holding tool (J42386-A), manipulate the engine Flywheel until the selected bolt hole matches with the Torque Converter bolt hole. The Flywheel holding tool (J42386-A) serves to prevent Flywheel rotation. Start the flexplate by hand to Torque Converter bolt holes for alignment before installing bolts through the access hole and torquing them at 63 nm (47 ft. Lbs. When finger-tight. Use the Flywheel Holding Tool (J42386-A) to prevent the engine Flywheel from rotating until the following bolt hole reaches alignment before you install the remaining bolts. You should finish up by installing the Torque Converter access plug followed by the driveline support assembly access plug and then putting back the Starter motor and Catalytic Converter assembly. After vehicle drop and negative battery connection the mechanic should tighten the bolt to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.) before programming transmitters and checking engine vibrations before necessary repairs.