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Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Service the balance shaft as an assembly. DO NOT disassemble or assemble the balance shaft.
    Fig 1: View of Balance Shaft & Special Tool J 43650
    GM598032Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the balance shaft bushing using the J 43650  , (right side shown, left side similar). See Special Tools .
    2. Fig 2: Seating Balance Shaft Bushing Into Bore
    GM598033Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Seat the balance shaft busing into the bore using the J 43650  and a wrench.
  3. When the J 43650  is fully seated in the engine block, remove it with a wrench.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Left (Exhaust) Balance Shaft
    GM1830645Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: If the balance shafts are not properly timed to the engine, the engine may vibrate or make noise.
  4. Install the balance shaft to the engine using the following steps:
    1. Place the number one cylinder at top dead center (TDC).
    2. Lubricate the balance shaft lobes with engine oil.
    3. Install the left exhaust balance shaft.
    5. Fig 4: Identifying Balance Shaft Bolts
    GM1830644Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the left exhaust balance shaft bolt (2) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  6. Install the timing chain, sprocket and tensioner. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement .
  7. Install the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement .
  8. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement .
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