51. Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection

Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection

Cleaning Procedure

1. Clean the crankshaft balancer in solvent that is compatible with the rubber.

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution.

2. Dry the crankshaft balancer with compressed air.

Inspection Procedure




1. Inspect the exterior of the crankshaft balancer for the following:

* Damage to the webs (1) between the hub and the drive belt inner pulley
* Damage to the threaded holes (2)
* Damage to the seating surface (3) for the crankshaft balancer bolt's washer
* Wear or damage to the hub-to-crankshaft surface (4)
* Wear, chunking or deteriorated rubber (5) between the drive belt inner and outer pulleys
* Damage to the drive belt inner and/or outer pulley ribs (6)




2. Inspect the interior of the crankshaft balancer for the following:

* Wear or damage to the hub-to-crankshaft surface (1)
* Wear, grooves or damage to the hub sealing surface (2). A crankshaft balancer hub sealing surface with excessive scoring, grooves, rust or other damage must be replaced.
* Bent, damage or missing crankshaft front oil seal shield (3)
* Wear, chunking or deteriorated rubber (4) between the drive belt inner and outer pulleys
* Damage to the drive belt inner and/or outer pulley ribs (5)

3. Repair or replace the crankshaft balancer as necessary.