OEM 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Balance Shaft Bearing Set

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Balance Shaft Bearing Set Parts and Q&A

• Q: What tools are needed to replace the Balance Shaft Bearing Set on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

  A: To replace the balance shaft bearing or bushing, the following tools will be necessary: bushing and bearing remover (J 26941) and balance shaft service kit (J 38834). Start by removing the balance shaft with the understanding that the balance shaft and the front bearing are a package that need to be serviced without detaching the bearing from the shaft. Secure the legs behind the balance shaft rear bearing, using the bushing and bearing remover (J 26941), and then use the balance shaft service kit (J 38834) by threading the short threaded end of j 38834-1 through the balance shaft bore in the engine block. Link j 38834-1 to j 26941, slide j 38834-2 on to j 38834-1 into the engine block, and fit the bearing, washer and nut to j 38834-1. Use a wrench to pull out secure j 38834-1, and rotate the j 38834 nut clockwise to get rid of the rear bearing in the engine bloc, get rid of the old bearing. For installation, lubricate the new b, balance shaft rear bearing with clean engine oil and align it onto j 38834-2. Adjust the bearing for installation, fasten j 38834-1 with a wrench, and turn the j 38834 nut until the bearing is fully embedded in the bore. Finally, install the balance shaft service kit (J 38834) and reinstall balance shaft.