Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the oil tank. Refer to Oil Tank Replacement .
- Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory (LS7) .
- Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Replacement (L99, LS3, LSA, LS7) .
- Remove the right transmission cover and bolt.
- Note the position of the crankshaft balancer before removal. The balancer does not use a key or keyway for positioning. Mark or scribe the end of the crankshaft and the balancer before component removal. The crankshaft balancer must be installed to the original position. If replacing the crankshaft balancer, note the location of any existing balance weights, if applicable. Crankshaft balance weights must be installed into the new balancer in the same location as the old balancer. A properly installed balance weight will be either flush or below flush with the face of the balancer.
- Do not use the crankshaft balancer bolt again. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt during final assembly.
- Install the J 42386-A
flywheel holding tool and bolts.
Use one M10 - 1.5 x 120 mm and one M10 - 1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation. Tighten the J 42386-A flywheel holding tool bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt (1).
Do not discard the crankshaft balancer bolt. The balancer bolt will be used during the balancer installation procedure.
- Mark or scribe the crankshaft balancer and the end of the crankshaft.
- Use the J 41816 crankshaft balancer remover (1) and the J 41816-2 crankshaft end protector (2) in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
- Clean and inspect the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE: