2012 Jeep Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 09 - Engine, 2.8L Diesel

PLATE, Transmission Adapter

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION

The transmission plate adapter (3) is the component that allows the transmission to be bolted to the engine.

REMOVAL

REMOVAL

  1. Remove the flex plate (Refer to 09 - Engine/Engine Block/FLEXPLATE - Removal) .

    2.  
  2. On manual transmission models, remove the flywheel (Refer to 06 - Clutch/FLYWHEEL - Removal) .

    NOTE:

    Do not use any magnetic tools near the crankshaft sensor tone ring.


    3.  
  3. Remove bolts (1 and 2) and the transmission adapter plate (3). 

    4.  

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

NOTE:

Do not use any magnetic tools near the crankshaft tone ring.

  1. Install the transmission adapter plate (3). Tighten bolts (1 and 2) finger tight.

    • Tighten bolts (2) to 69 N·m (51 ft. lbs.).
    • Tighten bolts (1) to 79 N·m (58 ft. lbs.).


    NOTE:

    If equipped, manual transmission models with start/stop, there is a special tone wheel for this option that needs to be installed, (Refer to 06 clutch/flywheel installation).


    2.  
  2. On manual transmission models, install the flywheel (Refer to 06 - Clutch/FLYWHEEL - Installation) .

    3.  
  3. Install the flex plate (Refer to 09 - Engine/Engine Block/FLEXPLATE - Installation) .

    4.