Balance Shaft Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 6125-1B Slide Hammer. See Special Tools and Equipment .

Fig 1: Balance Shaft Driven Gear

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

Fig 2: View Of Balance Shaft Retainer

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Remove the balance shaft retainer bolts.
Remove the balance shaft retainer.

Fig 3: Removing Balance Shaft Using J 6125-1B

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Use J 6125-1B to remove the balance shaft. See Special Tools and Equipment .