Crankshaft Balancer Removal
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Tools Required
- J 41816 Crankshaft Balancer Remover
- J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
- J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
Important:
- Do not use the crankshaft balancer bolt again. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt during final assembly.
- Ensure the teeth of the flywheel holding tool mesh with the teeth of the engine flywheel.
- Install the J 42386-A
and bolts.
Use one M10 - 1.5 x 120 mm and one M10 - 1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation.
Tighten
Tighten the J 42386-A bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt.
Do not discard the crankshaft balancer bolt. The balancer bolt will be used during the balancer installation procedure.
- Use the J 41816 and the J 41816-2 in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
- Remove the J 42386-A and bolts.