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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • J 38122-A Harmonic Balancer Holder
    • J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 467429  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
  2. Use the J 38122-A in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while loosening the crankshaft balancer bolt.

  3. Object Number: 1571775  Size: SH
  4. Remove and discard the crankshaft balancer bolt.

  5. Object Number: 412138  Size: SH
  6. Remove the crankshaft balancer.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 412138  Size: SH
  1. Position the crankshaft balancer to the engine.

  2. Object Number: 1571775  Size: SH
  3. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 467429  Size: SH
  5. Use the J 38122-A in order to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while tightening the crankshaft balancer bolt.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 100 N·m (74 lb ft) plus an additional 125 degrees using the J 45059 .

  7. Install the engine drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.