Crankshaft Balancer Removal

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Special Tools

EN-38122-A: Crankshaft Balancer Holder
EN-43653: Flywheel Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Preventing Crankshaft Rotation Using Special Tool

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

NOTE: EN-43653: flywheel holding tool may be used instead of EN-38122-A: crankshaft balancer holder to prevent crankshaft rotation.

Install EN-38122-A: holder.
Remove the balancer retaining bolt and washer. Use EN-38122-A: holder and a breaker bar to prevent the crankshaft from rotating when loosening the bolt. Discard the bolt.

Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the crankshaft balancer assembly using a universal removal tool.