Tacoma Extra Cab 4WD L4-2693cc 2.7L DOHC MFI (1997)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Assembly
1. Assemble No. 1 (RH) balance shaft.
(a)
Mount the hexagon wrench head portion of the No. 1 balance shaft in a vise.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the balance shaft.
(b) Install these parts:
(1) No. 1 balance shaft thrust plate.
(2) Balance shaft thrust spacer.
(3) Balance shaft timing gear.
(4) Key.
(c)
Install and torque the bolt.
Torque: 36 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
2. Assemble No. 2 (LH) balance shaft.
(a)
Mount the hexagon wrench head portion of the No. 2 balance shaft in a vise.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the balance shaft.
(b) Install these parts:
(1) No. 2 balance shaft thrust plate.
(2) Balance shaft timing sprocket.
(c)
Install and torque the bolt.
Torque: 36 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
