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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 29113 Crankshaft Balancer Installer
    • J 45059 Angle Meter

    Object Number: 96019  Size: SH
  1. Apply sealer GM P/N 12346141, (Canadian P/N 10953433) or the equivalent to the keyway of the crankshaft balancer.
  2. Place the crankshaft balancer into position over the key in the crankshaft.
  3. Install the J 29113 onto the crankshaft.
  4. Pull the crankshaft balancer into position.
  5. Remove the J 29113 from the crankshaft balancer.
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 187039  Size: SH

    Notice: Do NOT use a power-assisted tool with the special tool in order to remove or install this component. You cannot properly control the alignment of this component using a power-assisted tool, and this can damage the component.

  7. Install the used crankshaft balancer bolt.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the used crankshaft balancer bolt to 125 N·m (92 lb ft).

  9. Remove the used crankshaft balancer bolt.
  10. Install the NEW crankshaft balancer bolt.
  11. Tighten

    1. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a first pass to 125 N·m (92 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the crankshaft balancer bolt a final pass to 130 degrees using the J 45059 .