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Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair



Crankshaft Balancer Replacement

Tools Required

J 38122-A Harmonic Balancer Holder

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the engine drive belt.




2. Use J 38122-A to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while loosening the crankshaft balancer bolt.
3. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt. Discard the bolt.




4. Remove the crankshaft balancer.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the crankshaft balancer.
2. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Use J 38122-A to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while tightening the crankshaft balancer bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) plus 75 degrees.

4. Install the engine drive belt.