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Harmonic Balancer Removal Without Puller. Labor costs may vary starting from 100 to 300. The first thing to do is to gain access to the harmonic balancer by removing the serpentine belt. You would have to take off the cover of the engine shrouds or plastic guards that cover the working area. Remove the belts on the harmonic balancer.
It is easiest to access the harmonic balancer through the fender hence the need to remove the wheel. Is this the correct type of puller. Step 2 Locate the Center Bolt. The procedure shown is for most engines up until the LS-series Chevy and the Gen 3 Hemi etc. After that keep pulling the durable strap until the harmonic balancer comes out. You can rent a puller at your local auto parts store.
Step 5 Using Durable Straps to Remove the Harmonic Balancer.
Start out with the puller center screw lubricated well. The balancer has a metal exterior usually aluminum but is mounted to the crankshaft with rubber which is part of its interior. In this guide the balancer is removed using a durable strap to pull it out. How To Remove Harmonic Balancer Without Puller. I have borrowed a hb puller off a mate the Y sort of shaped one. Simply insert the strap in the space and around to position the strap firmly around the center of the balancer.