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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Chevrolet)Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Buick) .
  3. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  4. Place collecting basin underneath.
    5. Fig 1: Bore And Mark
    GM2190614Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The crankshaft balancer can be incorrectly installed 180° from the required position. Be sure to note the location of the alignment hole on the crankshaft balancer prior to removing the crankshaft balancer from the engine.

  5. Rotate the engine clockwise until the bore (2) in the crankshaft balancer aligns with the mark (1) on the engine front cover.
    6. Fig 2: Crankshaft Components & Tools
    GM2571647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install EN-49979 crankshaft shock mount retainer (1) to suitable tool (2).
  7. Loosen the crankshaft balancer bolt (4) while holding the crankshaft balancer (3).
    8. Fig 3: Crankshaft Balancer And Bolt
    GM2190552Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove and DISCARD the crankshaft balancer bolt (2).
  9. Remove the crankshaft balancer (1).
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