Century V6-3.1L VIN J (2005)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Balancer Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 24420-C Harmonic Balancer Puller
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J 29113 Crankshaft Balancer Installer
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J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
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J 37096 Flywheel Holder
Removal Procedure
Notice: The inertial weight section of the crankshaft balancer is assembled to the hub with a rubber type material. The correct installation procedures
(with the proper tool) must be followed or movement of the inertial weight section of the hub will destroy the tuning of the crankshaft balancer.
1. Remove the drive belt.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the right front tire and wheel.
4. Remove the right engine splash shield.
5. Install the jack stands to the frame.
6. Loosen the left frame bolts and remove the right side frame bolts.
7. Using the jack stands, lower the right side of the frame to access the crankshaft balancer.
8. Remove the torque converter covers.
9. Install the J 37096 to the flywheel to prevent flywheel rotation.
10. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt and the washer.
11. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Use the J 24420-C.
Installation Procedure