OEM 2007 Cadillac DTS Harmonic Balancer

2007 Cadillac DTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on 2007 Cadillac DTS?

  A: The Crankshaft balancer replacement process starts by removing the Drive Belt prior to uninstalling the transaxle to engine brace bolts and the brace followed by the cover with its bolt. The procedure requires you to uninstall the torque converter cover bolt and separate the cover from the vehicle. Place the flywheel holder (J 44214) then break loose the Crankshaft balancer bolt. Set the front fascia aside before using an appropriate jack to sustain the frame structure. The right side frame bolts need to be loosened while performing a frame lowering action to make space for the insertion of the Crankshaft balancer remover (J 41816). Secure the remover pilot into the Crankshaft terminal before you operate the j 41816 to eliminate the Crankshaft balancer. Place the new Crankshaft balancer onto the Crankshaft nose before pressing it into place with the Crankshaft balancer installer (J 41998-B). Apply engine oil to the Crankshaft balancer bolt threads before installing since initial tightening must reach 50 n.m (37 lb ft) while using the angle meter (J 45059) for a complete additional 120-degree torque. Rise the frame into place while you install its right side bolts with a torque setting of 181 n.m (133 lb ft). Reinstall the front fascia then take out the flywheel holder (J 44214) to position the torque converter cover before installing the cover bolt which needs tightening at 12 n.m (106 lb in). Place the transaxle on the engine brace after adding its bolts before tightening them to 47 n.m (35 lb ft) and then replace the Drive Belt.