Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Flywheel & Flywheel Holder (J 37096)

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Lubricate the seal surface of the crankshaft balancer with engine oil.

IMPORTANT: The crankshaft position sensor system variation learn procedure must be completed whenever the crankshaft is replaced.

Install the crankshaft balancer.
Use J 37096 to hold the flywheel. See Special Tools .

Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Balancer Bolt

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NOTE: Refer to Special Fastener Notice .

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the crankshaft balancer bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt to 150 N.m (111 lb ft). Use J 45059 to tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt an additional 76 degrees.