Escape 2WD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2005)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Pulley
Special Tool(s)
Material
Removal
CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning
gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
CAUTION: The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction, using diamond washers between the flange faces on
each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket is also unfastened if you loosen the pulley. Therefore, the engine must be retimed each time the
damper is removed. Otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt.
3. Remove the valve cover.