Caravan FWD L4-2.4L VIN X (1997)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Balance Shaft Replacement
NOTE: Balance shaft and carrier assembly installation is the reverse of the removal procedure. During installation crankshaft to balance shaft timing
must be established. Refer to Timing procedure out-lined below.
1. With balance shafts installed in carrier position carrier on crankcase and install four attaching bolts and tighten to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
2. Turn balance shafts until both shaft key ways are up Parallel to vertical centerline of engine. Install short hub drive gear on sprocket driven shaft and
long hub gear on gear driven shaft. After installation gear and balance shaft keyways must be up with gear timing marks meshed as shown.
3. Install gear cover and tighten double ended stud/washer fastener to 12 Nm (105 inch lbs).
