Canyon 4WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2004)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Left
Balance Shaft Replacement-Left
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the balance shaft drive chain.
Important:
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Do not disassemble the balance shaft assembly. Remove and install the balance shaft as a complete assembly.
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Rotate the balance shaft to check for free rotation. If the balance shaft does not turn free, inspect the balance shaft bearings and bearing surface for
damage.
2. Remove the left balance shaft retaining bolt. Discard the bolt.
3. Remove the left balance shaft assembly.
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the balance shaft bearing journals with clean engine oil.
2. Install the left balance shaft assembly with the counterweight down to prevent damage to the balance shaft bearings.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install a new balance shaft retaining bolt.
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Tighten the balance shaft retaining bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
4. Install the balance shaft drive chain.
