23. Balance Shaft Removal

Balance Shaft Removal

- Tools Required
- J 6125-1B Slide Hammer





1. Remove the balance shaft driven gear bolt.
2. Remove the balance shaft driven gear.





3. Remove the balance shaft retainer bolts.
4. Remove the balance shaft retainer.





5. Use J 6125-1B to remove the balance shaft.

Camshaft Removal





1. Remove the camshaft thrust plate screws.
2. Remove the camshaft thrust plate.





3. Install one 1/2-20 x 6.0 inch bolt in the camshaft front bolt hole.

Important: All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing the camshaft to avoid damage to the bearings.





4. Carefully rotate and pull the camshaft out of the bearings.