OEM 2002 Buick Century Harmonic Balancer

2002 Buick Century Harmonic Balancer Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on 2002 Buick Century?

  A: Before beginning crankshaft balancer replacement work start by removing the Drive Belt then raising the vehicle and using proper support methods for it. The procedure starts with taking out the right front tire along with its wheel before you proceed to take away the right engine splash shield. Apply frame stands on the framework then release left bolts but keep right frame bolts loose to lower the frame right side until the crankshaft balancer becomes accessible. Before proceeding install the flywheel holder (J 37096) to stop flywheel movement. The crankshaft balancer removal process begins by uninstalling the crankshaft balancer bolt together with the washer followed by installation of the Harmonic Balancer puller (J 24420-C). The keyway of the balancer requires gm p/n 12345739 or canadian p/n 10953472 equivalent sealant before using the crankshaft balancer installer (J 29113) for installation. The first step after using the flywheel holder (J 37096) to block flywheel rotation is to reinstall the component to maintain prevention. Subsequently install the crankshaft balancer washer alongside bolt before torquing the bolt to 103 nm (76 ft. Lbs.). After removing the flywheel holder (J 37096) raise the frame until it reaches its original position and tighten the frame bolts. First finish the installation of the right engine splash shield followed by the right front tire along with the wheel and vehicle lowering then move to inserting the Drive Belt. Finish the process through execution of a ckp system variation learn procedure.