Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Balance Shaft Bearing And/Or Bushing - Installation
Tools Required
- J 21465-13 Drive Handle Extension
- J 36995 Balance Shaft Bearing Remover/Installer
- Dip the balance shaft bushing in clean engine oil.
Important: The J 36995 installs the balance shaft bushing to the correct depth. The balance shaft bushing is properly installed when J 36995 fully contacts the balance shaft bore or the engine block/transaxle mounting flange.
- Use the balance shaft bushing installers to install the balance shaft bushing.
- Remove J 36995 .
- Dip the balance shaft bearing into clean engine oil.
- Use J 21465-13 and J 36995 to install the balance shaft bearing into the engine block.
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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.