Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 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.CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- 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 (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) .
- 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 (With Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Dual Batteries) .