Removal Procedure
Tools Required
- J 38122-A Harmonic
Balancer Holder
- J 24420-C Harmonic
Balance Puller
- J 39579
Camshaft
Sprocket Wrench
- J 35468
Rear
Crankshaft Seal Installer
- J 41088 Balance Shaft Holding Plate
Important: Anytime the drive chain is replaced the drive and driven sprockets also
need to be replaced.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing
any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to
the vehicle or its components.
in General Information.
- Remove the Engine/Transmission assembly from the vehicle. Refer
to Engine Assembly Replacement in Engine.
- Support the engine with chains and a suitable hoist.
- Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement in
Engine Electrical.
- Remove the torque converter to the flywheel bolts. Hold the crankshaft
balancer with the J 38122-A
.
- Remove the Transmission selector cable.
- Remove the engine torque strut bracket. Refer to
Engine Mount Strut Replacement
.
- Remove the Transmission to the engine brace.
- Remove the Transmission from the engine. Refer to Transmission
Replacement in Transmission..
- Remove the flywheel. Refer to
Engine Flywheel Replacement
.
- Clean the flywheel bolt threads and crankshaft threads with nylon
bristle brush.
- Remove the crankshaft balancer pulley. Use the J 38122-A
and the J 24420-C
.
- Attach the engine stand fixture to the engine. Install the engine
on the stand.
- Remove the ignition coil and module assembly.
- Remove the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Removal in Engine
Electrical.
- Remove the engine front cover. Refer to
Engine Front Cover Replacement
.
- Rotate the engine to the TIMED position and remove the timing
chain. Refer to
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
.
- Remove the timing chain housing. Refer to
Timing Chain Housing Replacement
.
- Rotate the engine on the engine stand 180° in order to access
oil pan.
- Remove the oil pan. Refer to
Oil Pan Replacement
.
- Remove the oil pan gasket. Refer to
Oil Pan Replacement
.
- Remove the balance shaft assembly. Refer to
Balance Shaft Housing Replacement
.
- Remove the crankshaft.
- Remove the balance shaft drive chain.
Installation Procedure
- Install the balance shaft drive chain.
- Install the crankshaft.
- Install the balance shaft assembly. Refer to
Balance Shaft Housing Replacement
.
- Time the balance shaft. Refer to
Balance Shaft to Engine Timing
.
- Install the oil pan gasket. Refer to
Oil Pan Replacement
.
- Install the oil pan. Refer to
Oil Pan Replacement
.
- Rotate the engine 180 degrees on the stand in order to
install the timing chain housing and the other components.
- Install the timing chain. Refer to
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
.
- Install the timing chain housing. Refer to
Timing Chain Housing Replacement
.
- Install the front timing chain cover.
- Install the upper engine mount bracket. Refer to
Engine Mount Replacement
.
- Install the lower engine strut mount bracket. Refer to
Engine Mount Strut Replacement
.
- Install the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine
Electrical.
- Install the ignition coil and module assembly.
- Connect the engine to the chain hoist and remove the engine stand
fixture from the engine block.
- Install the crankshaft balancer pulley.
- Install the flywheel to the engine. Refer to
Engine Flywheel Replacement
.
- Connect the Transmission to the engine. Refer to Transmission
Replacement in Transmission.
- Install the Transmission to the engine brace.
- Install the Transmission to the engine brace bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the Transmission selector cable. Refer to Transmission.
- Install the torque converter to the flywheel bolts.
- Install the starter motor assembly to the engine. Refer to Starter
Motor Replacement in Engine Electrical.
- Install the Engine/Transmission assembly. Refer to Engine Assembly
Replacement in Transmission.
- Refill all fluid levels to specification.