OEM 2005 Cadillac XLR Harmonic Balancer

2005 Cadillac XLR Harmonic Balancer Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on 2005 Cadillac XLR?

  A: The first step to change the Crankshaft balancer includes removing the accessory Drive Belt then hoisting up and supporting the vehicle. I will start by taking out both the power steering gear along with the Starter motor. Before removing the Crankshaft balancer bolt install the en 46326 (Flywheel Holding Tool). After placing the remover pilot into the Crankshaft you can install the j 41816 (Crankshaft Balancer Remover) onto the Crankshaft balancer to detach it. The Crankshaft balancer requires cleaning and inspection as the first step before placement on the Crankshaft nose. The j 41998-b (Crankshaft Balancer Installer) should be used to properly position the Crankshaft balancer in place. Use engine oil to treat the threads of the Crankshaft balancer bolt before cleaning them. The first stage of tightening the Crankshaft balancer bolt reaches 50 nm (37 ft. Lbs.) before performing a 120-degree additional tightening with j 45059 (Angle Meter). Complete the procedure by removing en 46326 then put back the Starter motor and steering gear followed by accessory Drive Belt installation and vehicle lowering before adding the Drive Belt.