How to replace Crankshaft Damper on 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt?

Crankshaft Damper (Balancer)

Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Accessory Drive Belt removal and installation.
3. Use tool J 38122-A, or equivalent, to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while loosening the crankshaft damper bolt.
4. Remove the crankshaft damper bolt. Discard the bolt.
5. Remove the crankshaft damper.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Crankshaft damper holding tool installed

To install:

1. Install the crankshaft damper.
2. Install a NEW crankshaft damper bolt.
3. Use J 38122-A to prevent the crankshaft from rotating while tightening the crankshaft damper bolt. Tighten the bolt to 74 ft. lbs. (100 Nm) plus 75°.
4. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Accessory Drive Belts removal and installation.

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