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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Installing J 29113 Onto Crankshaft
    GM909647Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) or the equivalent, to the keyway of the crankshaft balancer.
  2. Place the crankshaft balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft.
    3. CAUTION: Do NOT use a power-assisted tool with the special tool in order to remove or install this component. You cannot properly control the alignment of this component using a power-assisted tool, and this can damage the component.
  3. Install the J 29113  onto the crankshaft. See Special Tools .
  4. Rotate the hex nut on the J 29113  to install the crankshaft balancer onto the crankshaft. See Special Tools .
  5. Remove the J 29113  from the crankshaft. See Special Tools .
    6. Fig 2: View Of Crankshaft Balancer, Bolt & Washer
    GM1317156Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Install the used crankshaft balancer bolt and tighten to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).
  7. Remove the used crankshaft balancer bolt.
  8. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.
    1. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a first pass to 125 N.m (92 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a final pass to 130 degrees using the J 45059  .
    9. Fig 3: Identifying EN-49010 At Starter Mounting Holes
    GM2044840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the EN-49010  from the starter mounting holes. See Special Tools .
  10. Install the starter. Refer to Starter Replacement (LNJ) .
  11. Install the wheelhouse liner. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement .
  12. Install the right front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
    14. Fig 4: View Of Drive Belt
    GM1309849Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Ensure the drive belt is properly centered on all the pulleys except the right idler pulley (3).
  15. Using J 39914  rotate the drive belt tensioner away from the drive belt.
  16. Install the drive belt to the right idler pulley (2).
  17. Carefully release J 39914  allowing the drive belt tensioner (8) to come in contact with the drive belt.
  18. Remove J 39914  from the drive belt tensioner (8).
  19. Inspect the drive belt to insure the belt is properly centered on all the pulleys (1-8).
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