What is an easy way to remove harmonic balancer?

SOURCE: Harmonic balancer on a grand am

you have to remove the center bolt of harmony its depend what engine you have most likely you need a little puller if the belt loose check the belt tensionner to see if its not broken pierre

SOURCE: remove harmonic balancer

It has to be pressed off with a harmonic balancer removing tool similar to this http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Automotive-Tools__HARMONIC-BALANCER-DAMPER-PULLEY-PULLER-REMOVER-TOOL_W0QQitemZ260372587534QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2871QQddiZ2811QQadnZAutomotiveQ20ToolsQQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Automotive_Tools?hash=item260372587534&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=72%3A1171%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318
You can or may be able to rent one from one of your local parts houses like NAPA or Autozone.

SOURCE: Harmonic Balancer needs replaced. How long can I wait until I have to get this done?

its bad the harmonic balancer , balances the crankshaft in relation its a dapener as well as it rotates the timing ..change it soon...

Duane Wong

• 6826 Answers
• Posted on Jul 15, 2010

SOURCE: How to Replace the Starter in a 1999 Pontiac Grand

starter is located on the engine block down below.

Removal & Installation To Remove:
Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable
   • Radiator lower air deflector
   • Torque converter cover
   • Electrical connections from the starter
   • Starter motor

1. Install or connect the following:
   • Starter motor and torque the bolts to 32 ft. lbs. (43 Nm)
   • Starter solenoid BAT terminal
   • Starter solenoid S terminal
   • Torque converter cover and torque the bolts to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm)
   • Radiator lower air deflector and torque the bolts to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm)
   • Negative battery cable

Duane Wong

• 6826 Answers
• Posted on Jul 21, 2010

SOURCE: What drives the oil pump on a '97 Pontiac Grand Prix 3.1L V6?

I don't think you can damage the oil pump gear when torquing the harmonic balancer. Oil Pump Removal & Installation 3.1L & 3.4L Engine To Remove:

1. Remove the oil pan.
2. Remove the oil pump.
3. Remove the drive shaft extension.

1. Install the oil pump.
2. Install the drive shaft extension.
3. Engage the drive shaft extension into the drive gear.
4. Install the pump to the rear bearing cap. Tighten the bolt to 30 ft. lbs. (41 Nm).
5. Install the oil pan.

1. Remove the following:
   • Engine front cover.
   • Oil pump cover screws.
   • Oil pump cover.
   • Oil pump gear set.

1. Lubricate the oil pump gear set with petroleum jelly.
2. Install the oil pump gear set.
3. Pack the oil pump gears with petroleum jelly.
4. Install the oil pump cover.
5. Install the oil pump cover screws. Tighten the screws to 98 in lbs (11 Nm)
6. Install the engine front cover. NOTE: Do not run the engine until the oil pressure is tested. Running the engine without measurable oil pressure will cause extensive damage.
   
7. Inspect the oil pressure.
8. Inspect for leaks.