Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Use the J 41816-A in order to remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Removal .
- Use a utility stand to support the right side of the frame and powertrain.
- Remove the right side frame bolts. Refer to Frame Replacement - Front (W/AWD) or Frame Replacement - Front (W/FWD) in Frame and Underbody.
- Raise the vehicle or lower the frame and powertrain in order to gain access to the crankshaft balancer.