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Use an impact wrench. The 3/8 inch models do not have enough torque for this job so use a 1/2 in wrench. Jam the belt with a piece of wood so the pulley doesn't turn. Use an socket designed for an impact wrench, which has a tighter fit on the crankshaft (or "harmonic balancer") bolt head than a socket meant for a hand tool. This will keep you from marring the bolt head. The bolt is threaded normally, not reverse threaded.
I am a believer in using hand tools wherever possible. The service manual shows the use of a special hand tool. It is a semi-circular piece of metal attached to a handle. The semicircle is attached to the crankshaft pulley by two bolts that go through two holes that you can see in the pulley. The idea is to hold the pulley with this tool. The semicircle leaves the pulley bolt exposed so you can put a wrench over it and turn it. However it would be hard to find this tool for sale in the USA. To losen the pulley bolt you will need a breaker bar with a long extension. If you have the car up on a lift then you have room for a long handle, but if you have it on jackstands you won't. My conclusion is that the impact wrench is the practical way.
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How do you change the harmonic balancer seal on a Toyota truck?
To change the harmonic balancer seal on a Toyota truck, first, disconnect the battery and remove any components obstructing access to the harmonic balancer, such as the serpentine belt and crankshaft pulley. Use a puller to carefully remove the harmonic balancer from the crankshaft. Replace the old seal with a new one, ensuring it's seated properly, then reassemble by reversing the removal process, tightening bolts to the manufacturer's specifications. Finally, reconnect the battery and check for leaks.
How do you remove the harmonic balancer in a Nissan Maxima?
To remove the harmonic balancer from a Nissan Maxima, first you need to removed the center bolt. After that, you can use a puller to remove the harmonic balancer. Before you do this, make sure you disconnect the battery and remove the drive belts.
How do you remove 327 harmonic balancer?
With a balancer puller tool. With a balancer puller tool.
How to remove crank pulley?
On most newer cars, the crank pulley is one piece with the harmonic balancer.... Remove it with a harmonic balancer puller.
Chevrolet harmonic balancer tool?
The harmonic balancer tool is made especially to remove the balancer. Some stores will loan you the tool with a deposit.
How do you remove harmonic balancer on 2000 cougar?
use a harmonic puller
How do you remove a harmonic balancer on a Chevy Malibu with 3.1?
Go to Autozone and tell them u need a harmonic balancer puller
How do you remove the harmonic balancer on a 1998 saturn sl2?
To remove the harmonic balancer on a 1998 Saturn SL2, you will need to use a harmonic balancer puller tool. First, remove any surrounding components that may impede access. Then, attach the puller to the balancer and use a wrench to slowly tighten the puller until the balancer comes off.
How do you remove a harmonic balancer on a 97 Concorde?
Remove upper core support, remove radiator, remove belts, using a hormonic balancer puller(specific for chrysler) remove balancer.
How do you change harmonic balancer on 1991 buick lesabre?
The flywheel has to be held in place by a holding tool, Remove the mounting bolt, then use a balancer remover to pull the harmonic balancer.
What direction to turn harmonic balancer bolt to remove harmonic balancer?
To remove a harmonic balancer, you typically turn the harmonic balancer bolt counterclockwise (to the left). However, some engines may have a reverse thread, so it's always best to check the specific service manual for your vehicle. Ensure that the engine is securely supported and that you have the right tools for the job.
How do you remove a crankshaft pulley on a 67 Chevelle?
The crankshaft pulley unbolts from the harmonic balancer. The harmonic balancer can be removed from the crankshaft with a 3 bolt puller.
