31. Crankshaft Balancer Clean and Inspect
Crankshaft Balancer Cleaning and Inspection1. Clean the crankshaft balancer in solvent.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Service Precautions.
Safety Glasses Caution
2. Dry the crankshaft balancer with compressed air.
3. Inspect the crankshaft balancer for the following:
- Damaged belt grooves (3)
- Debris in the belt grooves (3)
- Worn, grooved, or damaged hub seal surface (1)
Minor imperfections on the hub seal surface may be removed with a polishing compound or fine grade of emery cloth.
- A crankshaft balancer hub seal surface with excessive scoring, grooves, rust or other damage must be replaced.
- Worn, chunking or deteriorated rubber between the hub and pulley (2)
4. Repair or replace the crankshaft balancer as necessary.