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Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Tools Required 

J 23523-F  Balancer Remover and Installer

  1. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt and washer.
    Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Balancer Bolt And Washer
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  2. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft pulley.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolts And Crankshaft Pulley
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    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Use the J 23523-F  in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
    1. 3.1. Install the J 23523-F  plate and bolts onto the crankshaft balancer.

      Tighten 

      Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    2. 3.2. Install the J 23523-F  forcing screw into the plate.
    3. 3.3. Rotate the J 23523-F  forcing screw clockwise in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
    Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Balancer
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  4. Remove the J 23523-F  from the crankshaft balancer.

    Important: 

    If replacing the crankshaft balancer, NEW weights must be installed into the NEW crankshaft balancer, in the same location as the old weights in the old balancer.

  5. Note the position and length of any crankshaft balancer front groove pins, if applicable.
    Fig 4: Replacing Crankshaft Balancer
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