OEM 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Harmonic Balancer

2006 Chevrolet Equinox Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the front harmonic balancer on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: Users must begin crankshaft balancer replacement by using serpentine belt tensioner unloader (J 39914) to free Drive Belt tension before removing the right idler pulley. Take the tensioner tool from its position after carefully releasing its tension. Raise and support the vehicle before taking off the right front wheel and wheelhouse liner. The bolt removal from the crankshaft balancer requires proper handling to prevent damage. You should first remove the crankshaft balancer bolt along with its washer following appropriate installation guidelines. The crankshaft balancer remover device (J 41816-A) along with its puller end protector (EN 46359) will enable you to remove the crankshaft balancer. The keyway of the crankshaft balancer requires gm p/n 12378521 (Canadian P/N 88901148) sealer before installing the balancer and crank sprocket puller (J 29113) over the crankshaft while positioning the crankshaft balancer over its key. Turn the hex nut installed on the puller to add the balancer before pulling it out. To complete the installation use the angle meter (J 45059) to apply 70 degrees of additional tightening after seating the crankshaft balancer bolt to 70 nm torque (52 ft. Lbs.). The service technician should reinstall the wheelhouse liner and right front wheel and lower the vehicle to check the Drive Belt centering on all pulleys except the right idler pulley. The serpentine belt tensioner unloader (J 39914) allows users to operate the Drive Belt tensioner away from the Drive Belt while users install the Drive Belt on the right idler pulley before the tool release and inspecting the Drive Belt alignment.