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59. Crankshaft Balancer Installation




Crankshaft Balancer Installation

Special Tools
* EN-48585 - Crankshaft Balancer Guide
* EN-48953 - Camshaft Actuator Locking Tool
* J 38112-A - Crankshaft Balancer Holder
* J 43653 - Flywheel Holding Tool
* J 45059 - Angle Meter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Special Tools.





Caution: Ensure both components are aligned correctly or serious engine damage will occur.

1. Install the J 38112-A - holder into the end of the crankshaft.
2. Install the balancer (1) onto the EN-48585 - guide. Use care to properly align the keyway and flats on the balancer with the oil pump drive.





Note: J 43653 - locking tool may be used instead of J 38112-A - holder to prevent crankshaft rotation.

3. Install the J 38122-A - holder (1).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

Note: Always install a new crankshaft balancer retaining bolt and washer.

4. Install a new retaining bolt and washer. Use the J 38122-A - holder and a breaker bar to prevent the crankshaft from rotating when tightening the bolt. Tighten the bolt to 100 Nm (74 lb ft) plus 125 degrees using the J 45059 - meter.




5. Install the EN-48953 - locking tool (1) and tighten the bolts into the cylinder head. Tighten the EN-48953 - locking tool retaining bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
6. Release the timing chain tensioner by applying 45 Nm (33 lb ft) counterclockwise torque to the crankshaft balancer bolt.
7. Remove the EN-48953 - locking tool.