Balance Shaft - Removal

REMOVAL - BALANCE SHAFT





1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Remove the transmission and torque converter.
3. Position piston 1 to TDC.

NOTE: To set piston #1 to Top Dead Center (TDC), Rotate the engine at the crankshaft in the running direction. The markings on the camshaft sprockets must be positioned opposite each other. The markings on the camshaft sprockets must be aligned with the cylinder head and lie on the left side. The TDC marking on the vibration damper must be aligned with the stay on the timing case cover.

4. Remove the timing chain cover.




5. Remove the rear balance shaft cover.




6. Install a 8.5 mm diameter drill bit (2) into the balance shaft stop.




7. Make sure that the notch in the balance shaft front counterweight is at the highest point of the weight. If the balance shaft is aligned correctly, remove the drill bit.
8. Remove the balance shaft hold down bolt (4).




9. Remove the timing chain tensioner.
10. Remove the bolt from the front of the balance shaft.
11. Remove the balance shaft.