Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Special Tools

• EN-38416-2  Crankshaft Button
• EN-41816  Crankshaft Balancer Remover
• EN-41816-2  Crankshaft End Protector
• EN-51760  Flywheel Holding Tool

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Flywheel Holding Tool And Starter Motor Bolts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
1. To prevent crankshaft rotation, install EN-51760  holding tool (2) and starter motor bolts (1) at the starter motor location and engaging the flywheel.
Fig 2: Crankshaft Balancer Removal Components
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
2. Remove and discard the crankshaft balancer bolt (1) and washer.
NOTE:

When necessary, EN-38416-2  button can be used instead of EN-41816-2  protector.

3. Install EN-41816-2  protector (3) to protect the crankshaft end during balancer removal.
NOTE:

EN-51577-1  remover (5) can be used alternatively for EN-41816  remover (4).

4. Using EN-41816  remover (4), remove the balancer (2).
5. Remove the special tools.