the flywheel in an auto is called a flex plate yes it can be installed backwards, but it will cause problems the ring gear for the starter will not be at the correct distance for starter to engage. the torque converter for the transmission bolts onto the flex plate. the flexplate has balancing weights on it. these weights will be in the way of properly mounting the torque converter
yes
located on the passenger side of the bellhousing, behind the trans dipstick tube. It detects notches on the flywheel/driveplate
NoNo
The trans in a Dakota is not controlled by vacuum.
Yes, pull the trans and remove the flywheel to access.Yes, pull the trans and remove the flywheel to access.
No
It is on the bottom of the trans.
manual trans 3.27qts
Flywheel is bolted to the rear of the crank shaft and the clutch mounts to it, to connect the manual trans. to the motor.
on the passanger side. it i located on the trans housing where the engine and trans meet.
It is inside the trans, on the vavle bodyIt is inside the trans, on the vavle body
Drop the transmission oil pan