Installation Procedure
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- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer internal hub with clean engine oil.
- Install the crankshaft balancer on the crankshaft.
- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer bolt with clean engine oil.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the crankshaft balancer bolt and washer.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 353 N.m (260 lb ft).
- Remove J 44643 .
- Position the starter motor.
- Install the starter motor bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 78 N.m (58 lb ft).
- Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
- Install the lower fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement - Lower in Engine Cooling.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) in Engine Electrical.