Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Special Tools

• EN-38416-2  Crankshaft Button
• EN-41816  Crankshaft Balancer Remover
• EN-41816-2  Crankshaft End Protector
• EN - 51760  Flywheel Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN-51760  holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flywheel.
   Fig 1: Starter Motor Bolts

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
2. Remove and discard the crankshaft balancer bolt (1) and washer.
   Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer

   Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
3. Install EN-41816-2  protector (3) to protect the crankshaft end during balancer removal.
   NOTE: When necessary, EN-38416-2  button can be used instead of EN-41816-2  protector.
4. Using EN-41816  remover (4), remove the balancer (2).
   NOTE: EN-51577-1  remover (5) can be used alternatively for EN-41816  remover (4).
5. Remove the special tools.