How does a harmonic balancer seal work on an engine?

How does a harmonic balancer seal work on an engine?

This seal is constructed with a metal outer ring a rubber lip seal using a small circular spring which holds tension on the lip seal as it rides against the sealing surface of the harmonic balancer hub. A harmonic balancer or dampener is a weighted circular part unit used to help an engine run smoothly and keep in balance. What Goes Wrong?

What is the purpose of a crankshaft harmonic balancer?

The crankshaft harmonic balancer is a device connected to the front of an engine’s crankshaft, usually built into the crankshaft pulley. Its purpose is to absorb and reduce harmonic vibrations from the engine as the crankshaft rotates, as harmonic vibrations at high engine speeds can…

Can a bad harmonic balancer cause an engine to shake?

If the harmonic balancer gets too old or fails and can no longer properly absorb the harmonic vibrations, the engine will shake excessively. The shaking will become even more pronounced, and therefore dangerous to the engine at high speeds.

How do you get a harmonic balancer out of a car?

Some vehicles have threaded bolt holes in the balancer that can be used to attach a puller. Tighten the center bolt with a ratchet handle or breaker bar until the balancer breaks free. Note: Most harmonic balancers are kept from rotating on the crankshaft by using a woodruff key.

This seal is constructed with a metal outer ring a rubber lip seal using a small circular spring which holds tension on the lip seal as it rides against the sealing surface of the harmonic balancer hub. A harmonic balancer or dampener is a weighted circular part unit used to help an engine run smoothly and keep in balance. What Goes Wrong?

Is there a way to remove harmonic balancer?

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How can I reinstall the balancer on my car?

To reinstall the balancer a tool is required which can be obtained for free at the local auto parts store or Amazon for about $33.00 (US). This tool uses a bearing and a threaded screw which is inserted into the end of the crankshaft. The bearing rides against the balancer while it is being pressed back onto the end of the crankshaft.