Balance Shaft Replacement - Left Side Opel GT II

Balance Shaft Replacement - Left Side

Special Tools

J 43650 Balance Shaft Bearing Remover and Installer

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement .
2. Remove the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement .
3. Remove the timing chain, sprocket and tensioner. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement .
4. DO NOT remove the bolt holding the sprocket.
5. Remove the left exhaust balance shaft.

Installation Procedure

Note

Service the balance shaft as an assembly. DO NOT disassemble or assemble the balance shaft.

1. Install the balance shaft bushing using the J 43650 , (right side shown, left side similar).
2. Seat the balance shaft busing into the bore using the J 43650 and a wrench.
3. When the J 43650 is fully seated in the engine block, remove it with a wrench.
4. If the balance shafts are not properly timed to the engine, the engine may vibrate or make noise.
5. Install the left exhaust balance shaft bolt (2) and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
6. Install the timing chain, sprocket and tensioner. Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement .
7. Install the condenser. Refer to Air Conditioning Condenser Replacement .
8. Install the radiator. Refer to Radiator Replacement .