1998 Buick Century 3 4 Bolts On Crankshaft Come Out Caused Move Motor About 1

1998 BUICK CENTURY
22,500 MILES
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FUN4U2NO
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3 of 4 bolts on crankshaft have come out and caused crankshaft to move out from motor about 1" and causing the serpentine belt to be out of place. Can I replace the bolts and tighten to put back in place or is this going to be a complicated fix?
Dec 31, 2012 at 2:30 PM
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ya just put blue locktite on the bolts so they don't comeout again. make sure belt has good alignment as well if not it will wear quickly
Dec 31, 2012 at 2:31 PM
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