Inspect the balance shaft drive chain guides-(3,5, 8) for cracking or wear.Replace the balance shaft drive chain guides if wear exceeds1.12-mm (0.045-in) depth on the chain guidesurface.Inspect the balance shaft drive chain tensioner guide shoefor wear.
Replace the balance shaft drive chain tensioner guide shoe ifwear exceeds 1.12-mm (0.045-in) depth on thechain guide surface.
Inspect the balance shaft drive chain-(7) andsprockets-(2, 4) for wear.Inspect the crankshaft sprocket-(6) faces forsigns of movement.Inspect the alignment notch in the balance shaft for crackingor damage.Inspect the water pump-(1), crankshaft, andbalance 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-(9) for damageor wear.Front Compartment Side Rail Sectioning
Removal ProcedureWarning:Refer toApproved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning.Warning:Sectioning should be performed only in the recommended areas.Failure to do so may compromise the structural integrity of thevehicle and cause personal injury if the vehicle is in acollision.Disable the SIR syste ...