Sierra 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (2004)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines)
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Tools Required
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J 41816 Crankshaft Balancer Remover
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J 41816-2 Crankshaft End Protector
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J 42386-A Flywheel Holding Tool
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J 41665 Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer
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J 45059 Angle Meter
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the air conditioning (A/C) drive belt.
2. Remove the fan shroud - lower.
3. Remove the starter motor.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Important:
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Make sure that the teeth of the J 42386-A mesh with the teeth of the engine flywheel.
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The crankshaft balancer is balanced as an individual component. It is not necessary to mark the balancer prior to removal.
Install the J 42386-A and bolts.Use one M10-1.5 x 120 mm and one M10-1.5 x 45 mm bolt for proper tool operation.
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Tighten the J 42386-A bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt.Do not discard the crankshaft balancer bolt. The balancer bolt will be used during the balancer installation
procedure.