Balance Shaft: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Cooling System.
2. Remove the A/C condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement in Heating and Air Conditioning.
3. Remove the valve lifter pushrod guide. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement.
4. Remove the timing chain and camshaft sprockets. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Replacement.
5. Remove the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Removal.
6. Clean and inspect the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Clean and Inspect.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the balance shaft. Refer to Balance Shaft Installation.
2. Install the timing chain and the camshaft sprocket. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Installation.
3. Install the crankshaft position reactor ring and the front cover. Refer to Crankshaft Position (CKP) Reluctor Ring Replacement.
4. Install the valve lifter pushrod guide. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement.
5. Install the A/C condenser. Refer to Condenser Replacement in Heating and Air Conditioning.
6. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement in Cooling System.