Accord LX Sedan L4-2254cc 2.3L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1998)
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8. Measure the diameters of the journals on the front balancer shaft (A) and the rear balancer shaft (B).
Journal Diameter
Standard (New):
No.1 journal:
Front (C): 42.722 - 42.734 mm (1.6820 - 1.6824 inch)
Rear (D): 20.938 - 20.950 mm (0.8243 - 0.8248 inch)
No. 2 journals front (E) and rear (F): 38.712 - 38.724 mm (1.5241 - 1.5246 inch)
No. 3 journals front (G) and rear (H): 34.722 - 34.734 mm (1.3670 - 1.3675 inch)
Service Limit:
No.1 journal:
Front (C): 42.71 mm (1.681 inch)
Rear (D): 20.92 mm (0.824 inch)
No. 2 journals front (E) and rear (F): 38.70 mm (1.524 inch)
No.3 journals front (G) and rear (H): 34.71 mm (1.367 inch)
9. Remove the crankshaft, the pistons and the other parts from the block, then clean the balancer shaft journal bearings in the block and the oil pump
housing with a clean shop towel.
10. Check the surface of the bearings; if there is wear, damage or discoloration, replace the bearings or the oil pump housing.
