For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the A/C condenser, if equipped. Refer to Condenser Replacement in HVAC Systems with A/C - Manual.
- Remove the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Remove the valve lifter pushrod guide. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .
- Remove the timing chain and sprockets. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement .
- Remove the balance shaft drive gear.
- Remove the bolt holding the balance shaft driven gear.
- Remove the balance shaft driven gear.
- Remove the bolts and the balance shaft retainer.
- Tap on the balance shaft using a soft-faced hammer in order to remove the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Removal .
- Clean all sealing surfaces. Refer to Balance Shaft Clean and Inspect .
In order to keep the balance shaft from turning, use a wrench on the flat area of the balance shaft.
Important: The balance shaft and the front bearing are serviced only as a package. Do not remove the bearing from the balance shaft.
Installation Procedure
- Install the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Installation .
- Install the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprocket Replacement .
- Install the crankshaft position reluctor ring and the front cover. Refer to Crankshaft Position Sensor Reluctor Ring Replacement
- Install the valve lifter pushrod guide. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement .
- Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Install the A/C condenser, if equipped. Refer to Condenser Replacement in HVAC Systems with A/C - Manual.
- Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Engine Cooling.
Important: When the timing marks on the camshaft and the crankshaft sprocket are aligned the engine is at top dead center for cylinder number four. In order to install the distributor align the crankshaft balancer marks with the front cover marks for top dead center cylinder number one.
