Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Remove the balance shaft cover bolts.
- Lift the balance shaft cover from the engine valley.
- Remove the balance shaft cover gasket. Carefully scrape any remaining gasket material from the cylinder block and cover plate.
- Clean and inspect the balance shaft cover. Refer to BALANCE SHAFT CLEANING AND INSPECTION in Engine Mechanical-3.5L Unit Repair.