OEM 2000 Buick Century Harmonic Balancer

2000 Buick Century Harmonic Balancer Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the Harmonic Balancer on 2000 Buick Century?

  A: Before performing Harmonic Balancer maintenance you should prepare these essential tools: the installation requires two tools: Harmonic Balancer puller (J24420-C) and Harmonic Balancer installer (J29113). Harmonic Balancer puller (J24420-C) and Harmonic Balancer installer (J29113). To start, remove the Drive Belt before lifting and supporting the vehicle. The right front tire and wheel need to be removed before you remove the right engine splash shield. Letting go of the right frame bolts lowers the frame to a position that allows access to the Harmonic Balancer bolt through use of the Harmonic Balancer puller (J24420-C). Start by removing the Harmonic Balancer bolt together with its washer through the use of the Harmonic Balancer puller (J24420-C). Apply gm p/n 12345739 sealant or its equivalent into the balancer keyway before using the Harmonic Balancer installer (J29113) to install the Harmonic Balancer. Lastly, remove the tool. The Harmonic Balancer washer and bolt need installation using a torque of 103 nm (76 ft. Lbs.). The last steps involve tightening the frame bolts before reinstating the right engine splash shield followed by the right front tire and wheel and vehicle lowering process and Drive Belt installation.