Balancer shaft journal bearing removal and installation

Refer to “engine bottom side disassembly” (page 1d- 49).

Refer to “engine bottom side assembly” .

Remove the balancer shaft journal bearings (1).

• do not remove the bearings (1) unless absolutely necessary.
• Make a note of where the bearings are removed from so that they can be reinstalled in their original positions.

Caution when removing the bearings, be careful not to scratch the bearings.

When installing the bearings to the crankcases, be sure to install the tab “a” first, and then press in the other opposite side of the bearing.

inspect and select the balancer shaft journal bearing if necessary. Refer to “balancer shaft journal bearing inspection and selection” .