Removal (3.8L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2002 Chevrolet Impala, 2002 Buick Regal, and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the drive belt. Raise and support the vehicle. Remove the right front tire and wheel. Remove the right engine splash shield retainers and the engine splash shield. Remove the torque converter cover. Install the Flywheel Holder (J-37096) to hold the flywheel.
- Remove the crankshaft balancer retaining bolt. Install the Crankshaft Balancer Remover (J-38197-A). Remove the crankshaft balancer. Remove the crankshaft balancer remover. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector. Remove the CKP sensor shield. See Fig 1. DO NOT use a pry bar. Remove the CKP sensor studs. Remove the CKP sensor.
CAUTION:
Do not separate the crankshaft pulley from the crankshaft balancer. Service the crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft balancer as an assembly.