Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Tools Required

• J 38416-2  Crankshaft Button. See Special Tools .
• J 41816  Crankshaft Balancer Remover. See Special Tools .
• J 44214  Flywheel Holder. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: J 44214 Securing Engine Flywheel
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1. Install the J 44214  to the engine block. See Special Tools .
2. Secure the flywheel in order to prevent crankshaft rotation.
Fig 2: View of Crankshaft Balancer Bolt Threads
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3. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt.
Fig 3: View of J 41816 Removing Crankshaft Balancer
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4. Place the J 38416-2  in the end of the crankshaft. See Special Tools .
5. Position the legs of the J 41816  onto the backside of the balancer inner hub. See Special Tools .
6. Tighten the center screw on the puller until the balancer pulls clear of the crankshaft end.
Fig 4: View of Crankshaft Balancer
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7. Remove the crankshaft balancer.