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Installation Procedure

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  1. Coat the front cover seal contact area with engine oil.
  2. Apply sealant to the crankshaft key. Apply sealant to the crankshaft keyway. Use RTV sealant GM P/N 1052917 or the equivalent.
  3. Place the balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft.
  4. Install J 29113  onto the crankshaft.
  5. Pull the balancer into position.
  6. Remove J 29113  from the balancer.
    CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the balancer retaining bolt. Use an assistant to keep the flywheel from turning.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 103 N.m (76 lb ft).

  8. Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Balancer
    G01810951Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the flywheel inspection cover.
  10. Install the right front fender liner. Refer to FRONT FENDER LINER REPLACEMENT in Body Front End.
  11. Install the right tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in Tires and Wheels.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement  .
  14. Perform the crankshaft position learn variation procedure. Refer to CKP SYSTEM VARIATION LEARN PROCEDURE in Engine Controls- 3.1L.