Buick Regal: Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Installation

Special Tools

• EN-51760 Flywheel Holding Tool
• EN-45059 Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

1.

CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component.

Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

NOTE: Fasteners have adhesive patch and must be tightened to final torque within 5 minutes.

Install the flywheel (2) and hand start NEW bolts (1).

2.

To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN-51760 flywheel holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flywheel.

Fig. 17: Flywheel Bolts Tightening Sequence

3.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

Tighten the bolts evenly using the following procedure:

1. Tighten the bolts a first pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
2. Tighten the bolts a final pass in sequence 40 degrees using the EN-45059 meter.

4. Remove EN-51760 flywheel holding tool.

CRANKSHAFT BALANCER INSTALLATION

Special Tools

• EN-45059 Angle Meter
• EN-48034 Crankshaft Balancer Installer
• EN-51760 Flywheel Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

1.

To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN-51760 flywheel holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flywheel.

2.

Using EN-48034 installer, install the crankshaft balancer (2).

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution. CAUTION: This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component.

Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

3. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt and washer. Tighten the bolt to 150 N.m (111 lb ft) plus 140 degrees using the EN 45059 meter.

4. Remove EN-51760 flywheel holding tool.

OIL FILTER INSTALLATION

1.

Lubricate the O-ring on the oil filter with 5W30 engine oil.

2. Install a new oil filter (1).

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

3. Tighten the oil filter 3/4 to 1 full turn after gasket makes contact with the sealing surface on the filter mounting flange.

ENGINE PRELUBING

NOTE: This procedure is not used in Europe.

Special Tools

EN-45299 Engine Preluber

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

1.

CAUTION: If any malfunction is experienced which may cause debris to enter the oil supply, you must replace the engine oil cooler and hoses if equipped. Debris in the engine oil cooler and oil cooler hoses may be pulled back into the engine causing severe engine damage.

NOTE: A constant and continuous flow of clean engine oil is required in order to properly prime the engine. Ensure an approved engine oil is used, as specified in the owners manual.

Remove the engine oil pressure sensor (1).

2. Install the M12 x 1.75 adapter P/N 509376.

3.

Install the flexible hose to the adapter and open the valve.

4. Pump the handle on the EN-45299 preluber (1) in order to flow a minimum of 1 - 1.9 liters (1 - 2 quarts) of engine oil. Observe the flow of engine oil through the flexible hose and into the engine assembly.

5. Close the valve and remove the flexible hose and adapter from the engine.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution.

6. Install the engine oil pressure sensor and tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

7. Top-off the engine oil to the proper level.

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