GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 287744  Size: SH
  1. Remove the balance shaft thrust plate bolts.

  2. Object Number: 287743  Size: SH
  3. Remove the balance shaft thrust plate.

  4. Object Number: 287738  Size: SH
  5. Using two hands, slide the balance shaft out the front of the engine. Be sure to support the balance shaft (1) during removal to prevent any damage to the bushings. The balance shaft bushings are not serviceable.