OEM 2000 Chevrolet Malibu Harmonic Balancer

2000 Chevrolet Malibu Harmonic Balancer Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: The Harmonic Balancer requires you to start by disconnecting the negative Battery Cable followed by Drive Belt removal. Start by raising and supporting the vehicle and removing the right front wheel and tire and subsequent right splash shield and transmission converter cover from the vehicle. Use an assistant to prevent the Flywheel from rotating during the removal of the balancer retaining bolt. Use the crankshaft pulley/hub puller/gear puller (J 24420-C) to detach the balancer while rotating its screw. To install the front cover seal coat its contact area with engine oil and apply gm rtv p/n 1052917 sealant or equivalent to the crankshaft keyway and key. Set the balancer over the crankshaft key then position the Harmonic Balancer installer (J 29113) onto the crankshaft to draw the balancer into correct position. The technician should install the balancer retaining bolt as an assistant prevents Flywheel rotation while torquing to 103 nm (76 ft. Lbs.). The installation process concludes with the replacement of the transmission converter cover along with the right splash shield and right tire and wheel assembly and the lowering of the vehicle and Drive Belt installation then the negative Battery Cable connection followed by the crankshaft position learn variation procedure.