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105. Crankshaft Balancer Installation




Crankshaft Balancer Installation

Special Tools
* J 29113 - Balancer and Crank Sprocket Puller
* J 45059 - Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools).




1. Place the crankshaft balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft.

Caution: Do NOT use a power-assisted tool with the special tool in order to remove or install this component. You cannot properly control the alignment of this component using a power-assisted tool, and this can damage the component.

2. Install the J 29113 - puller onto the crankshaft.
3. Rotate the hex nut on the J 29113 - puller to install the crankshaft balancer onto the crankshaft.
4. Remove the J 29113 - puller from the crankshaft.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

5. Install the used crankshaft balancer bolt and tighten to 125 Nm (92 lb ft).
6. Remove the used crankshaft balancer bolt.
7. Install the NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.

1. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a first pass to 125 Nm (92 lb ft).
2. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a final pass to 130 degrees using the J 45059 - meter.