Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Balancer Replacement

Tools Required

* J 41816-2 Crankshaft Balancer Puller
* EN 46547 Flywheel Holding Tool
* J 41478 Crankshaft Balancer Installer
* J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
* J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the drive belt.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.




3. Remove the service slot plug.





Important: The crankshaft balancer does not have a key-way; so the crankshaft could turn when tightening, causing an improper torque.

4. Install the EN 46547 (1) into the flywheel teeth.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Remove the fan.
7. Remove the fan shroud.
8. Drain the engine cooling system.
9. Remove the radiator.




10. Remove and discard the crankshaft balancer bolt.




11. Install the J 41816-2 into the end of the crankshaft.

Important: Do not pull on outer edge of the crankshaft balancer.

12. Using a J 41816-2. remove the crankshaft balancer.
13. Remove the J 41816-2.
14. Remove the crankshaft balancer friction washer.
This will be located at the end of the crankshaft balancer or on the crankshaft.
15. Clean and inspect the crankshaft balancer.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the crankshaft balancer friction washer to the end of the crankshaft balancer.




2. Install the crankshaft balancer using the J 41478.
3. Remove the J 41478.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the crankshaft balancer washer and a NEW bolt.

Tighten the bolt a first pass to 150 N.m (111 lb ft). Using the J 45059 rotate the bolt a final pass an additional 180 degrees.

5. Raise and support the vehicle.




6. Remove the EN 46547 (1) from the flywheel teeth.




7. Install the service slot plug.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Install the radiator.
10. Install the fan.
11. Install the fan shroud.
12. Install the drive belt.
13. Fill the engine cooling system.