Balance Shaft (If Equipped): Removal
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- Remove radiator. Discharge A/C system (if equipped) using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment and remove A/C condenser (if equipped) and grille. Remove valve lifters. See VALVE LIFTERS .
- Remove timing chain and camshaft sprocket. See TIMING CHAIN & SPROCKETS . Remove balance shaft gears. Remove balance shaft retainer plate.
- Remove intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD . Using a soft-faced hammer, tap balance shaft out toward front of engine.
NOTE:
Front bearing is removed with balance shaft. Replace front bearing and balance shaft as a set only. Replace balance shaft timing gears as a set only.