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Installation Procedure

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  1. Apply sealer to the keyway of the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives and Lubricants  for the 3.9L engine.
  2. Place the crankshaft balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft.
    3. NOTE: DO NOT use a power-assisted tool with the special tool in order to remove or install this component. You cannot properly control the alignment of this component using a power-assisted tool and this can damage the component.
  3. Install the J 29113 onto the crankshaft.
  4. Rotate the hex nut on the J 29113 in order to install the crankshaft balancer onto the crankshaft.
  5. Remove the J 29113 from the crankshaft.
    6. Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
    GM1556792Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the used crankshaft balancer bolt.

    Tighten:   Tighten the USED crankshaft balancer bolt to 125 Nm (92 lb ft).

  7. Remove the used crankshaft balancer bolt.
  8. Install the NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.

    Tighten:  

    • Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a first pass to 125 Nm (92 lb ft).
    • Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a final pass to 130 degrees using the J 45059.

  9. Remove the J 37096 from the flywheel.
  10. Install the torque converter cover.
  11. Install the engine to transaxle bracket at the rear lower left side of the engine.
  12. Install the engine to transaxle bracket bolts at the rear lower left side of the engine.
  13. Raise the frame to the original position using the adjustable jacks.
    14. Fig 2: Identifying Right Side Frame Bolts
    GM1677195Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install and tighten the right side frame bolts and tighten the left side frame bolts.

    Tighten:  

    • Tighten the front frame bolts to 130 Nm (96 lb ft).
    • Tighten the rear frame bolts to 240 Nm (177 lb ft).

  15. Remove the jackstands supporting the frame.
  16. Install the right engine splash shield.
  17. Install right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  18. Install drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
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