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In Vehicle Repair: FLEXPLATE: Removal

  1. Open the engine compartment and fit paint protection sheets.
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  3. Remove the Engine Covers, Air Intake Tube, Catalytic Converters and the Front Muffler. Drain the transmission fluid and remove the transmission for access.
    • For XKR models, refer to the transmission REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article which includes each of the above operations.
    • For XK8 models, refer to the transmission REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article which includes each of the above operations.
  4. Remove the drive plate.
    • Prevent the drive plate from rotating by use of a small wedge in the ring gear.
    • Remove the bolts which secure the drive plate to the crankshaft.
    • Remove the drive plate.
    Fig 1: Removing Drive Plate
    G03157058Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  5. Clean the crankshaft mating face and any other components which are to be refitted.
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