Tribute 2WD L4-2.3L (2005)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Pulley and Crankshaft Front Oil Seal
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Removal
Caution:
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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:
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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.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
3. Remove the RF wheel and tire assembly.
4. Remove the accessory drive belt.
5. Remove the valve cover.
Caution:
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Failure to position the No. 1 piston at top dead center (TDC) can result in damage to the engine. Turn the engine in the normal direction of
rotation only.
6. Using the crankshaft pulley bolt, turn the crankshaft clockwise to position the No. 1 piston at top dead center (TDC).