Removal And Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jeep Renegade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the bolt for the sprocket as this is a non-serviceable part and the bolt is a one-time use fastener. If the bolt is removed, the entire balance shaft assembly will have to be replaced.
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When removing and installing the Balance Shaft/Oil Pump assembly in the vehicle, it is not necessary to align the plated links on the drive chain as long as the reference marks are created during the procedure.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the engine oil pan. Refer to
PAN, OIL, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
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- Remove the screws (1) and remove the oil pump splash shield.
- Turn the vibration damper clockwise to align the timing marks (1).
- Mark the link of the oil pump chain (1) at the point marked on the oil pump pulley.
- Install one air-conditioning compressor bracket bolt (1) into the right forward corner thread boss.
- Position a plastic tie strap (2a) around the tensioner, chain (2b) and bolt that was previously installed.
- Push the chain, guide and tensioner to the compressed position and tighten the tie strap to hold the components together.
- Remove the four bolts (1a), tilt the rear of the balance shaft module downward while lifting the drive gear out of the chain links and remove the balance shaft module (1b).