OEM 2003 Chevrolet SSR Harmonic Balancer

2003 Chevrolet SSR Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on 2003 Chevrolet SSR?

  A: The required tools to change the crankshaft balancer include crankshaft balancer remover (J 41816) and crankshaft end protector (J 41816-2) alongside Flywheel holding tool (J 42386-A) and crankshaft balancer and sprocket installer (J 41665) with torque angle meter (J 45059). Proceeding with replacement start with the removal of the air conditioning Drive Belt when present or the accessory Drive Belt when not installed. The removal sequence starts with cooling fan and Starter motor elimination. The teeth on the Flywheel holding tool (J 42386-A) should mate perfectly with the engine Flywheel teeth. Reversible usage of the crankshaft balancer bolt takes place during the assembly step. The crankshaft balancer remover (J 41816) in combination with crankshaft end protector (J 41816-2) will detach the crankshaft balancer from the engine after which you should clean and check its condition. Secure the crankshaft balancer directly on the crankshaft by using crankshaft balancer and sprocket installer (J 41665). Place the reused bolt for the crankshaft balancer before tightening it to 330 nm then uninstalling it. A verification check must be done to verify proper balancer installation. In the case of incorrect installation, perform the installation step again. You need to replace the new crankshaft balancer bolt by initially torquing it to 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.) before using the torque angle meter (J 45059) to torque it to 140 degrees. The procedures will conclude with Flywheel holding tool removal (J 42386-A) along with bolts followed by starting motor, cooling fan, drive belts reinstallation and performing the crankshaft position system variation learn procedure.