GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2004 🢒 Canyon Pickup - 4WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52) 🢒 Balance Shaft Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the balance shaft drive chain. Refer to Balance Chain Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 1367352 Size: SH

    Important: 

       • Do not disassemble the balance shaft assembly. Remove and install the balance shaft as a complete assembly.
       • Rotate the balance shaft to check for free rotation. If the balance shaft does not turn free, inspect the balance shaft bearings and bearing surface for damage.

  2. Remove the left balance shaft retaining bolt.

    3. Discard the bolt.

  3. Remove the left balance shaft assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1367352 Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the balance shaft bearing journals with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the left balance shaft assembly with the counterweight down to prevent damage to the balance shaft bearings.

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

  3. Install a new balance shaft retaining bolt.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the balance shaft retaining bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  4. Install the balance shaft drive chain. Refer to Balance Chain Replacement .