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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover
    • J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
    • J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool
    • J 41665 Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement .
  3. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
  4. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .
  5. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
  6. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Removal .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Installation .
  2. Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
  3. Install the air conditioning (A/C) drive belt. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Belt Replacement .
  4. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement - Accessory .
  5. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement .
  6. Connect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .