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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Lumina Ute 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, 6.2L, or 7.0L 🢒 Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

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  • J 41816 Crankshaft Balancer Remover
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  • J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
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  • J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool

      • Object Number: 1954100 Size: SH
    1. Remove the right transmission cover (1) to engine oil pan retaining bolt (2).
    2. Remove the right transmission cover (1).

      3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


      Object Number: 1950869 Size: SH
    3. Using the two starter motor bolts (2), install the J 42386-A  (1).

      4. Tighten
      Tighten the bolts to 50 N·m(37 lb ft).


      Object Number: 1950870 Size: SH

      Important: DO NOT discard the crankshaft balancer bolt. The balancer bolt will be used during the first pass only of the balancer installation procedure. Install a NEW crankshaft balancer bolt at second pass, during final assembly.

    4. Remove the crankshaft balancer retaining bolt (1).

      5. Object Number: 1950872 Size: SH
    5. Use the J 41816  (1) and J 41816-2  (2) to remove the crankshaft balancer (3).