Rendezvous FWD V6-3.5L VIN L (2006)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Balancer Replacement
Tools Required
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J29113 Balancer and Crank Sprocket Installer
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J37096 Flywheel Holder
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J41816 Crankshaft Balancer Remover
Removal Procedure
Notice: The inertial weight section of the crankshaft balancer is assembled to the hub with a rubber type material. The correct installation procedures
(with the proper tool) must be followed or movement of the inertial weight section of the hub will destroy the tuning of the crankshaft balancer.
1. Remove the drive belt.
2. Remove the right front tire and wheel.
3. Remove the right engine splash shield.
4. Install the jack stands to the frame.
5. Loosen the left frame bolts and remove the right side frame bolts.
6. Using the jack stands, lower the right side of the frame to access the crankshaft balancer.
7. Remove the torque converter cover.
8. Install the J37096 to the flywheel to prevent flywheel rotation.
9. Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt and the washer.
10. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Use the J41816.
Installation Procedure