Balance Shaft Replacement-Left
Balance Shaft Replacement-Left
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the balance shaft drive chain.
Important:
^ Do not disassemble the balance shaft. Remove and install the balance shaft as a complete assembly.
^ Rotate the balance shaft to check for free rotation. If the balance shaft does not turn free, inspect the balance shaft bearings and bearing surface for damage.
2. Remove and discard the left balance shaft bolt.
3. Remove the left balance shaft.
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the balance shaft bearing journals with clean engine oil.
2. Install the left balance shaft with the counterweight down to prevent damage to the balance shaft bearings.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install a NEW balance shaft bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
4. Install the balance shaft drive chain.