Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2005)
8. Remove the bolts and the balance shaft retainer.
9. Important: The balance shaft and the balance shaft front bearing are serviced only as a package. Do not remove the balance shaft front bearing
from the balance shaft.
Use a soft-faced hammer in order to remove the balance shaft from the engine block.
10. Clean and inspect the balance shaft.
Installation Procedure
1. Important: The balance shaft and the balance shaft front bearing are serviced only as an assembly. Do not remove the balance shaft front bearing
from the balance shaft.
Apply clean engine oil GM P/N 12345610 (Canadian P/N 993193) or equivalent to the balance shaft front bearing.
2. Use the J 36996 and the J 8092 in order to install the balance shaft.
3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the balance shaft retainer and bolts.
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Tighten the bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
