Crankshaft Balancer Removal

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Special Tools

J 41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover
J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Flywheel Holding Tool

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

NOTE:

Do not use the crankshaft balancer bolt again. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt during final assembly.

Install the J 42386-A tool (1) and bolts.
Use 1 M10 - 1.5 x 120 mm and 1 M10 - 1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation and tighten the J 42386-A toolbolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer Bolt

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Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt (139). Do not discard the crankshaft balancer bolt. The balancer bolt will be used during the balancer installation procedure.

Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Balancer

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Use the J 41816-A remover (1) and the J 41816-2 protector (2) in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.

Fig 4: Crankshaft Balancer

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Remove the balancer (138).

Fig 5: Flywheel Holding Tool

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Remove the J 42386-A tool (1) and bolts.