Tools Required
J 44643 Flywheel Holding
Tool
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer
to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to
Wheelhouse Panel Replacement
In Body Front End.
- Remove the starter motor bolts. Reposition the starter aside. The wiring
to the starter does not require removal.
- Install J 44643
in order
to hold the flywheel.
- Remove the lower fan shroud. Refer to
Engine Coolant Fan Lower Shroud Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt.
- Remove the crankshaft balancer.
- If required, clean and inspect the crankshaft balancer. Refer to
Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection
.
Installation Procedure
- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer internal
hub with clean engine oil.
- Install the crankshaft balancer on the crankshaft.
- Lubricate the crankshaft balancer bolt with clean engine oil.
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 crankshaft balancer bolt and washer.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 353 N·m (260 lb ft).
- Remove J 44643
.
- Position the starter motor.
- Install the starter motor bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 78 N·m (58 lb ft).
- Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to
Wheelhouse Panel Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Install the lower fan shroud. Refer to
Engine Coolant Fan Lower Shroud Replacement
in Engine Cooling.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.