Malibu L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1998)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Balance Shaft Housing Installation
Balance Shaft Housing Installation
Tools Required
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J 41088 Balance Shaft Holder
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J 36660 Torque Angle Meter
1. Install the balance shaft assembly to the block. Use Loctite@ 272 GM P/N 12345493 on the housing assembly to the block bolts.
2. If the balance shaft housing was disassembled, loosely assemble the housing assembly to the block.
3. Tighten the housing fasteners in sequence.
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Tighten fasteners 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.) + 40°.
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Tighten fasteners 3 and 8 to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.) + 40°.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
