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Balancer Shaft Thrust Play

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  1. Install balancer shafts, balancer bearings and balancer shaft cover to oil pump housing, see Balancer Shaft Removal and Installation .
  2. Using dial gauge, measure thrust play (axial direction) as shown in figure.

    If measured thrust play is out of specification, replace oil pump assembly.

    Balancer shaft thrust play 

    Standard: 0.150 - 0.290 mm (0.0059 - 0.0114 in.) 

    Fig 1: Measuring Thrust Play
    G06528212Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.