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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 4.3 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.3L UNIT REPAIRREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCRANKSHAFT BALANCER REMOVAL

2000 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 W

Crankshaft Balancer Removal

2000 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 WSECTION Crankshaft Balancer Removal

Tools Required

J 23523-F Balancer Remover and Installer

Remove the crankshaft balancer bolt and washer.

Fig 1: Crankshaft Balancer Bolt & Washer
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Remove the bolts and the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 2: Crankshaft Pulley
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Use the J 23523-F in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
1. 3.1. Install the J 23523-F plate and bolts onto the crankshaft balancer. Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
2. 3.2. Install the J 23523-F forcing screw into the plate.
3. 3.3. Rotate the J 23523-F forcing screw clockwise in order to remove the crankshaft balancer.
Remove the J 23523-F from the crankshaft balancer.

Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Balancer
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Important: If replacing the crankshaft balancer, NEW weights must be installed into the NEW crankshaft balancer, in the same location as the old weights in the old balancer.
Note the position and length of any crankshaft balancer front groove pins, if applicable.

Fig 4: Crankshaft Balancer Front Groove Pins
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.