Balance Shaft Chain: Service and Repair

Balance Shaft Drive Chain Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the balance shaft chain tensioner.




2. Remove the balance shaft drive chain from the following:
1. The crankshaft sprocket
2. The left balance sprocket
3. The right balance sprocket

Installation Procedure





Important: Ensure the darkened links are facing outward.

1. Install the balance shaft drive chain to the following:
1. The left balance sprocket
2. The right balance sprocket
3. The crankshaft sprocket




2. Verify the correct timing chain and timing mark alignments:
^ The left hand balance shaft sprocket timing mark (1) is at the 12:00 position.
^ The right hand balance shaft sprocket timing mark (2) is at the 2:30 position.
^ The crankshaft sprocket timing mark (3) is at the 4:30 position.
^ The 3 timing marks (1-3) on the sprockets line up with a dark link on the chain.
3. Install the balance shaft chain tensioner.