Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Balancer Replacement

Tools Required
* J 24420-C Crankshaft Balancer Remover
* J 38416-2 Crankshaft Button
* J 41998-B Crankshaft Balancer Installer
* J 45059 Angle Meter
* EN-48018 Flywheel Holding Tool

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the accessory drive belts.
2. Remove the mechanical fan adapter, if equipped.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




4. Remove transmission bell housing inspection hole cover.
5. Install the EN-48018 flywheel holding tool as shown.




6. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt.




7. Place the J 38416-2 crankshaft button into the end of the crankshaft.
8. Install the J 24420-C on the crankshaft balancer.




9. Remove the crankshaft balancer using the J 24420-C.
10. Clean and inspect the crankshaft balancer.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the crankshaft balancer on the nose of the crankshaft.




2. Press the crankshaft balancer in place using the J 41998-B.




3. Clean the crankshaft balancer bolt threads.
4. Apply engine oil to the crankshaft balancer bolt threads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

5. Install the crankshaft balancer bolt.

1. First Pass
Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

2. Final Pass
Tighten the bolt an additional 120 degrees using the J 45059.




6. Remove the EN-48018.
7. Install the transmission bell housing inspection hole cover.
8. Install the mechanical fan adapter, if equipped.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Install the accessory drive belts.