Balance Shaft Chain: Service and Repair

Balance Chain Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the balance shaft chain tensioner. Refer to Balance Chain Tensioner Replacement (Service and Repair) .




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. Refer to Balance Chain Tensioner Replacement (Service and Repair) .