threw the stater hole with of coarse the starter removed.
The torque converter might be going. but first check your fluid level.
A flexplate is used in automatic transmissions while a flywheel is used in manual transmissions. The 2000 GMC Jimmy SLS appears to have a manual transmission, so it uses a flywheel.
start by slapping your head and then going outside to play.
The 1998 GMC Jimmy front axle shaft torque specification is 60 pounds. You want to make sure that you do not over torque the axle shaft, as you can ruin the axle bearing.
If its anything like a 93 all you do is disconnect the battery, disconnect and mark for reinstallation the wires at the starter. Remove the two bolts that hold it, and drop it out. Make sure to hold on to any shims that might be there.
It might be your catalytic converter.
yes
there is one after the cat converter and there is an intake sensor in front of the motor.
Torque them to 35 pounds. then after it has run and cooled off torque them again. You can rent torque wrenches from some parts stores
the teeth on the flywheel will be missing or damaged when you rotate it around.
Disconnect the - battery terminal Raise and support vehicle if needed Disconnect wiring harness from top of starter Remove mounting bolts Drop starter
180 ft pounds is recommended for all cv axles