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Removal Procedure

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  1. Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Remove
  2. Water Pump Belt Replacement  - Remove
  3. Install the EN-49979  mount retainer (1) to the crankshaft balancer.
    Fig 1: Crankshaft Balancer Mount Retainer
    GM4259354Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Install a 1/2 " drive extension with breaker bar to the EN-49979  mount retainer
  5. Loosen the crankshaft balancer bolt (2) while fixing the crankshaft balancer with EN-49979  mount retainer (1).
    NOTE: A second technician is required.
  6. Crankshaft Balancer Bolt (1) - Remove
    Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
    GM4259355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Crankshaft Balancer (2) - Remove