How to replace the harmonic balancer on Chevrolet Cavalier?

Starting the crankshaft balancer replacement process requires removal of the engine Drive Belt. The Harmonic Balancer holder (J 38122-A) stops crankshaft rotation so you can loosen the crankshaft balancer bolt. The procedure starts with removing the crankshaft balancer bolt before taking out the crankshaft balancer. First install the new crankshaft balancer onto the crankshaft followed by installation of a new crankshaft balancer bolt. The Harmonic Balancer holder (J 38122-A) must be used again to stop crankshaft rotation when tightening the new bolt because tightening it to 100 nm (74 ft. Lbs.) followed by an additional 75 degrees of rotation is necessary. Reinstall the engine Drive Belt as the final installation step.

How to service and repair the front harmonic balancer on Chevrolet Cavalier?

Start Harmonic Balancer service and repair by taking out the Drive Belt first. Begin by raising the vehicle and removing both the right front wheel assembly with tire along with the right-hand splash shield. Work begins by removing the Harmonic Balancer pulley bolts and Harmonic Balancer hub bolt followed by removing the Harmonic Balancer pulley. The Harmonic Balancer pulley hub puller (J24420-B) serves to extract the Harmonic Balancer pulley hub. During installation users should apply engine oil to the front cover seal contacts then apply gm p/n 1052917 or similar sealer to the keyway of the crankshaft. To set the Harmonic Balancer hub in place use the Harmonic Balancer pulley hub installer (J29113). Begin installation by tightening the Harmonic Balancer pulley bolts to 50 nm (37 ft lbs) and finish with Harmonic Balancer hub bolt tightening to 105 nm (77 ft lbs). The last step is to install both the engine splash shield and right front wheel followed by tire assembly before dropping the vehicle and installing the Drive Belt.

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Chevrolet Cavalier Crankshaft Pulley Part Number: 90537704
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Damper, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer; Harmonic Balancer Puller; Harmonic Balancer; Vibration Damper; Crankshaft Damper; Pulley; Engine Crankshaft and Camshaft Balancer.
- Replaces: 12787628, 12623793
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, LS, LS Sport | 4 Cyl 2.2 L BI-FUEL, 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Crankshaft Pulley Part Number: 10083143
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley Assembly-Crankshaft; Harmonic Balancer Puller; Pulley; Pulley, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1989 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, RS, VL | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Crankshaft Pulley Part Number: 10027439
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer; Harmonic Balancer Puller; Pulley
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, CL, CS, Olympic, Type-10 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Balancer Shaft Kit Part Number: 24577078
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Balancer; Balancer Kit; Balancer Kit, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer
- Replaces: 24576492
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | LS, LS Sport, Z24 | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Crankshaft Pulley Part Number: 24575562
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley; Harmonic Balancer Puller; Harmonic Balancer; Vibration Damper; Crankshaft Balance; Balancer; Balancer, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | LS, LS Sport, Z24 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Vibration Damper Part Number: 24504611
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Damper Assembly-Torsional; Crankshaft Balance; Torsion Damper; Damper; Balancer, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, CS, RS, Z24 | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.1 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Timing Cover Part Number: 14102596
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Damper Assembly-Torsional; Vibration Damper; Torsion Damper; Damper; Balancer, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, CL, CS, RS, Type-10, Z24 | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Chevrolet Cavalier Crankshaft Pulley Part Number: 14018709
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley, Engine Crankshaft And Camshaft Balancer; Harmonic Balancer Puller; Pulley
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier | Base, CL, CS, Olympic, RS, Type-10 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

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Chevrolet Cavalier Harmonic Balancer is one of those parts that are equally centrally positioned to define the Chevrolet Cavalier brand as a reliable car with impressive performance standards. The Harmonic Balancer also acts as a vibration suppressor, keeps adjusting the engine, and suppresses vibrator produced during the combustion cycle making a comfortable drive for the engine. In this component, there is a strong steel embed made on the crankshaft; it is surrounded by a heavy inertia ring and a rubber dough ring that hampers twisting forces. Chevrolet Cavalier cars have incorporated the different Harmonic Balancers such as Standard and Performance Types in its different models for both stock and tuned engines. Specifically, the performance balancers deserve some attention as these components are developed to manage the rising vibrations when the engine operates at greater RPMs; besides, they often incorporate the 360-degree timing marks. Designed between 1981 and 1990, the Chevrolet Cavalier produced from 1982 to 2005 in North America and in further generations in China and Mexico is stated to have commendable handing and efficiency; the aspects not least due to the comprehensive solutions to weight distribution troubles the car boasts of. Indeed, the role of the Harmonic Balancer in the operation of the Chevrolet Cavalier is very important to ensure the unit is very efficient and safe in the market. Being a crucial component in the attractive and powerful Chevrolet Cavalier cars, the Chevrolet Cavalier Harmonic Balancer now symbolizes the company's dedication to reliability and performance of the cars.

Chevrolet Cavalier Harmonic Balancer Parts and Q&A

Crankshaft Pulley
90537704
Q: How to replace the harmonic balancer on Chevrolet Cavalier?
A:
Starting the crankshaft balancer replacement process requires removal of the engine Drive Belt. The Harmonic Balancer holder (J 38122-A) stops crankshaft rotation so you can loosen the crankshaft balancer bolt. The procedure starts with removing the crankshaft balancer bolt before taking out the crankshaft balancer. First install the new crankshaft balancer onto the crankshaft followed by installation of a new crankshaft balancer bolt. The Harmonic Balancer holder (J 38122-A) must be used again to stop crankshaft rotation when tightening the new bolt because tightening it to 100 nm (74 ft. Lbs.) followed by an additional 75 degrees of rotation is necessary. Reinstall the engine Drive Belt as the final installation step.
Crankshaft Pulley
24575562
Q: How to service and repair the front harmonic balancer on Chevrolet Cavalier?
A:
Start Harmonic Balancer service and repair by taking out the Drive Belt first. Begin by raising the vehicle and removing both the right front wheel assembly with tire along with the right-hand splash shield. Work begins by removing the Harmonic Balancer pulley bolts and Harmonic Balancer hub bolt followed by removing the Harmonic Balancer pulley. The Harmonic Balancer pulley hub puller (J24420-B) serves to extract the Harmonic Balancer pulley hub. During installation users should apply engine oil to the front cover seal contacts then apply gm p/n 1052917 or similar sealer to the keyway of the crankshaft. To set the Harmonic Balancer hub in place use the Harmonic Balancer pulley hub installer (J29113). Begin installation by tightening the Harmonic Balancer pulley bolts to 50 nm (37 ft lbs) and finish with Harmonic Balancer hub bolt tightening to 105 nm (77 ft lbs). The last step is to install both the engine splash shield and right front wheel followed by tire assembly before dropping the vehicle and installing the Drive Belt.