1990-2004 Lotus Esprit Flexplate Torque Specs

2.2L I4 Turbo

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Lotus Esprit

Labor Time:5 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Flexplate Bolts	85	63	Automatic transmissions \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Torque Converter Bolts	50	37	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

The primary torque specification for flexplate on a 1990-2004 Lotus Esprit is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 8 torque specifications for flexplate on the 1990-2004 Lotus Esprit 2.2L I4 Turbo, covering all related fasteners and components.