Grand Prix V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
10. Remove the balance shaft driven gear bolt.
11. Remove the balance shaft driven gear.
12. Clean and inspect all of the components for wear and/or damage. Refer to Timing Chain and Sprockets Clean and Inspect (VIN K) in Unit Repair.
13. If the pistons have been moved in the engine, use the following procedure:
13.1.Turn the crankshaft so that the number one piston is at Top Dead Center (TDC).
13.2.Turn the camshaft so that, with the sprocket temporarily installed, the timing mark is straight down.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 36660 Torque Angle Meter
1. Install the balance shaft driven gear.
2. Prevent the balance shaft from rotating. Install the balance shaft driven gear bolt.
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Tighten the balance shaft driven gear bolt to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.). Use the J 36660 in order to rotate the bolts an additional 70 degrees.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions. This bolt is designed to permanently stretch when tightened. The correct part number
fastener must be used to replace this type of fastener. Do not use a bolt that is stronger in this application. If the correct bolt is not used, the parts
will not be tightened correctly. The system or the components may be damaged.
3. Install the camshaft thrust plate.
4. Install the camshaft thrust plate bolts.
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Tighten the camshaft thrust plate bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).