Ford Explorer: Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Flexplate

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Flexplate

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

303-103 (T74P-6375-A)
Holding Tool, Flywheel
T74P-77000-A
TKIT-2009TC-F

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Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

Remove the automatic transmission.
Refer to: Transmission - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60, Removal and Installation).

- NOTE: Do not reuse the flexplate bolts.
  Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
- Discard the bolts.

Installation

- NOTE: Special bolts are used for installation. Do not use standard bolts.
  Install the flexplate and the new bolts finger-tight.
- Install Special Service Tool: 303-103 (T74P-6375-A) Holding Tool, Flywheel.
- Tighten the bolts in sequence shown.
  Torque:
    Stage 1: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm)
    Stage 2: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)
    Stage 3: 83 lb.ft (112 Nm)

Install the automatic transmission.
Refer to: Transmission - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) (307-01A Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R60, Removal and Installation).

Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.

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