Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Balancer Replacement^ Tools Required
- J 38122-A Crankshaft Pulley Holder
- J 44811 Accessory Belt Tensioner Unloader
Removal Procedure
Caution: Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
3. Remove the right wheel and splash shield.
4. Install the J 44811.
5. Remove the accessory drive belt.
6. Install the ~138122-A.
Notice: The crankshaft damper pulley bolt head and the washer assembly prevents oil leakage at the center of the pulley. Do not damage the sealing surfaces. If the pulley can not be removed by pulling with your hand, use a three jaw puller.
Notice: To avoid damage to the front cover assembly, do not pry against the cover.
7. Remove the crankshaft balancer pulley bolt and pulley. Discard the pulley bolt.
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the front seal and sealing surface of the pulley with clean motor oil.
2. Install the balancer pulley onto the crankshaft indexing keyway. Use care to properly align the flats on the balancer pulley with the flats on the oil pump drive in the front cover assembly.
3. Install the crankshaft damper pulley.
4. Install a new crankshaft balancer pulley bolt with washer assembly.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Install the J 38122-A.
^ Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.) +75°.
6. Route the belt around the alternator and A/C compressor.
7. Install the J 44811 onto the tensioner and unload the spring tension from the tensioner while positioning the belt.
8. Release the tensioner and remove the tool.
9. Install the right engine inner splash shield.
10. Install the right wheel and hand tighten the nuts.
11. Lower the vehicle.
^ Tighten the wheel nuts to 125 Nm (92 ft. lbs.).