Align the punch mark [A] on the weight and the projection [B] on the crankcase.
Engage the balancer gear and the crankshaft gear.
Insert the balancer shaft until it is bottomed.
Connecting Rod Installation
NOTICE
To minimize vibration, the connecting rods should
have the same weight mark.
Big End Cap [A]
Connecting Rod [B]
Weight Mark, Alphabet [C]
Diameter Mark [D] (“” or No Mark)
NOTICE
If the connecting rods, big end bearing inserts, or
crankshaft are replaced with new ones, select ...
Air Intake Solenoid Valve (Service Code 2d, Equipped Models)
Air Intake Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
Refer to the Air Intake Solenoid Valve Removal/Installation
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter.
Air Intake Solenoid Valve Inspection
Refer to the Air Intake Solenoid Valve Unit Test in the
Electrical System chapter.
If the air intake ...
External Shift Mechanism Removal
Remove:
Shift Lever (see Shift Pedal Removal)
Oil Pump Drive Gear (see Oil Pump Drive Gear Removal/
Installation in the Engine Lubrication System
chapter)
Circlip [A]
Washer [B]
Special Tool - Outside Circlip Pliers: 57001-144
Remove:
Shift Shaft Assembly [A]
Washer [B] ...