PT Cruiser L4-2.4L Turbo (2009)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Balance Shaft Module - Removal
REMOVAL
BALANCE SHAFTS/CHAIN/SPROCKETS
NOTE: For service procedures requiring only temporary relocation of carrier assembly refer to BALANCE SHAFT CARRIER procedure
below.
1. Drain engine oil.
2. Remove the oil pan and pick-up tube See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Engine Oil Pan - Removal.
3. If replacing crankshaft sprocket, remove oil pump See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pump/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Engine Oil
Pump - Removal.
4. Remove chain cover (6) , guide (7) and tensioner (2). Discard pivot screw (5) and adjuster screw (4).
5. Remove screw retaining balance shaft drive sprocket (2). Remove chain and sprocket.
6. Using two wide pry bars, work the crankshaft sprocket back and forth until it is off the crankshaft.
