Balance Shaft Chain: Service and Repair

Balance Shaft Drive Chain Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the balance shaft chain tensioner.
2. Remove the balance shaft drive chain from the following:
1. The crankshaft sprocket.
2. The left balance sprocket.
3. The right balance sprocket.

Installation Procedure





Important: Ensure the darkened links are facing outward.

1. Install the balance shaft drive chain to the following:
1. The left balance sprocket.
2. The right balance sprocket.
3. The crankshaft sprocket.




2. Verify the correct timing chain and timing mark alignments:
* The left hand balance shaft sprocket timing mark (1) is at the 12:00 position
* The right hand balance shaft sprocket timing mark (2) is at the 2:30 position
* The crankshaft sprocket timing mark (3) is at the 4:30 position
* The 3 timing marks (1-3) on the sprockets line up with a dark link on the chain
3. Install the balance shaft chain tensioner. Balance Shaft Chain Tensioner Replacement.