Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra, 2008 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2008 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer internal hub with clean engine oil.
- Install the crankshaft balancer on the crankshaft.
- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer bolt with clean engine oil.NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
- Install the crankshaft balancer bolt and washer.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 353 N.m (260 lb ft).
- Remove J 44643 . See Special Tools .
- Position the starter motor.
- Install the starter motor bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 78 N.m (58 lb ft).
- Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) .
- Install the lower fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Lower Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) .
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (w/Dual Batteries) .