For 1990-2009 cars only
- Inspect the balance shaft drive chain guides for cracking or wear.
- Replace the balance shaft drive chain guides if wear exceeds 1.12 mm (0.045 in) depth on the chain guide surface.
- Inspect the balance shaft drive chain tensioner shoe for wear.
- Inspect the balance shaft drive chain and sprockets for wear.
- Inspect the crankshaft sprocket faces for signs of movement.
- Inspect the alignment notch in the balance shaft for cracking or damage.
- Inspect the water pump, crankshaft, and balance shaft sprocket teeth and chain for signs of excessive wear, chipping, or seizure of the balance shaft drive chain links.
- Inspect the timing chain tensioner for damage or wear.
Replace the balance shaft drive chain tensioner shoe if wear exceeds 1.12 mm (0.045 in) depth on the chain guide surface.
