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Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 37096 Flywheel Holding Tool
- J 38197 Crankshaft Balancer Puller
- J 36660 Torque Angle Meter

1. Hold the flywheel. Use the J 37096.





2. Remove the balancer bolt.

Important: Do not attempt to separate the pulley from the balancer hub. The balancer is serviced as an assembly.

3. Use the J 38197 in order to remove the crankshaft balancer. Use 1/4 inch bolts to attach to the pulley. Screw them in 1/4 inch.

Installation Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 37096 Flywheel Holding Tool
- J 36660 Torque Angle Meter

1. Lubricate the seal surface with engine oil.
2. Install the crankshaft balancer.

Notice: This bolt is designed to permanently stretch when tightened. The correct part number fastener must be used to replace this type of fastener. Do not use a bolt that is stronger in this application. If the correct bolt is not used, the parts will not be tightened correctly. The system or the components may be damaged. Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





3. Install the crankshaft balancer bolt. Hold the flywheel with the J 37096.
- Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt to 150 Nm (111 ft. lbs.). Use the J 36660 in order to rotate the bolt an additional 76 degrees.