Sprinter 3500 L5-2.7L DSL Turbo (2004)
Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft Pulley: Service and Repair
VIBRATION DAMPER
REMOVAL
NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with the additional air conditioner compressor, you must first remove the coolant module and additional A/C belt then
use damper puller # 9544.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove accessory drive belt.
3. Install retaining lock for crankshaft/ring gear (Fig. 46).
4. Remove crankshaft center bolt and washer (Fig. 46).
NOTE: If hub of belt pulley/vibration damper is tight, use puller # 8940 to remove. DO NOT tilt puller when in use. Grooves of the puller must mesh
fully into the slots of the belt pulley.
5. Remove the belt pulley/vibration damper (Fig. 46).
NOTE: If grooves can be felt in the belt pulley/vibration damper during inspection, the pulley/damper must be replaced.
6. Inspect hub at belt pulley/vibration damper for wear grooves.
7. Replace front crankshaft seal.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Align parallel key, fix in place with grease. Turn to ensure the slot is aligned with parallel key in crankshaft.
NOTE: Front crankshaft seal must be replaced before installing the belt pulley/vibration damper.