Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Using J 36995 To Remove Balance Shaft Bearing & Bushing

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Use J 36995 to remove the balance shaft bearing. See Special Tools .
Use J 36995 to remove the balance shaft bushing. See Special Tools . It may take a considerable amount of force to loosen the bushing from the block bore.