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Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley




Crankshaft Pulley


When a new crankshaft or a new pulley bolt is installed

Torque the bolt to 180 Nm (18.4 kgfm, 133 lbfft) with a torque wrench and a socket, then remove the bolt.

Torque the bolt to 50 Nm (5.1 kgfm, 37 lbfft) with a torque wrench and a socket.

Tighten the bolt an additional 82 °.






When the crankshaft or the pulley bolt is reused

Torque the bolt to 70 Nm (7.1 kgfm, 52 lbfft) with a torque wrench and a socket.

Tighten the bolt an additional 90 °.