Removed the Harmonic balancer and did not mark it?

2012 FORD ESCAPE
17,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MIKEYS54
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I had to replace my timing cover and took off the harmonica balancer and did not mark it and then proceeded to turn the crank to take off flywheel to prepare for engine stand. What do I do?
Jan 11, 2025 at 8:07 PM
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Yep, there are specific instructions on how the harmonic balancer is to be installed. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Jan 13, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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