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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1997 🢒 Jimmy - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.3L 🢒 Balance Shaft Replacement

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 39046 Crankshaft Balancer Remover and Installer
    • J 38834 Balancer Shaft Bearing Service Kit

    Object Number: 5164 Size: SH
  1. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  2. Remove the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

    3. Remove the camshaft sprocket. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement .

  3. Remove the valve lifter retainer. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .

    4. Object Number: 5139 Size: SH
  4. Remove the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Removal .

Installation Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 23523-F Crankshaft Balancer Remover and Installer
    • J 38834 Balance Shaft Bearing Service Kit
    • J 36996 Balance Shaft Installer
    • J 8092 Universal Driver Handle
    • J 36660-A Torque/Angle Meter

    Object Number: 5141 Size: SH
  1. Install the balance shaft and gears. Refer to Balance Shaft Installation .
  2. Install the valve lifter retainer. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .
  3. Install the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement .
  4. Install the air conditioning condenser. Refer to Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  5. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.