Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Balance Shaft: Service and Repair
Timing Balance Shafts to Engine
Timing Balance Shafts to Engine
Tools Required:
J 38122 Balance Shaft Holder
J 36660 Torque Angle Meter
1. Install the balance shaft assembly to the block. Use Loctite 272 GM P/N 12345493 on the housing assembly to the block bolts.
2. If the balance shaft housing was disassembled, loosely assemble the housing assembly to the block.
3. Install the balance shaft assembly to the block. Use Loctite 272 GM P/N C12345493 on the housing assembly to the block bolts.
4. If the balance shaft housing was disassembled, loosely assemble the housing assembly to the block.
5. Tighten the housing fasteners in sequence.
Tighten
Tighten fasteners 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 to 15 Nm (11 lb ft) + 40 degrees.
Tighten fasteners 3 and 8 to 10 Nm (89 lb in) + 40 degrees.