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Dorman 594-181 Engine Harmonic Balancer

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Overview of Dorman Engine Harmonic Balancer 594-181

The Dorman 594-181 engine harmonic balancer is designed for reliable performance in select Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu, and Oldsmobile vehicles. This component helps reduce engine vibration and maintain smooth operation for models like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500.

  • Regular grade type for standard engine applications
  • Single mounting hole for secure installation
  • Compatible with serpentine drive belt systems
  • Includes bolt and washer for complete mounting hardware
  • Black finish with degree markings for precise alignment
  • Package contains balancer, woodruff key, and instruction sheet

Detailed Product Description

The Dorman 594-181 engine harmonic balancer is engineered to meet the vibration dampening needs of various GM and Isuzu vehicles, including Chevrolet Astro, GMC Jimmy, and Oldsmobile Bravada. Featuring a regular grade type, this balancer is suitable for standard engine configurations. It is designed with a single mounting hole and is compatible with serpentine belt drive systems, ensuring proper fit and function. The included bolt and washer simplify installation, while the black finish and degree markings assist with accurate positioning during setup. The package also contains a woodruff key and an instruction sheet to guide proper installation.

Applications and Problem Resolution

  • Reduces engine vibration that can cause premature wear
  • Prevents crankshaft damage due to imbalance
  • Eliminates noise and rough idling related to harmonic issues
  • Supports proper serpentine belt alignment and tension
  • Helps maintain engine timing accuracy with degree markings

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the Dorman 594-181 harmonic balancer, ensure the engine is off and cooled. Use the included bolt and washer to secure the balancer firmly to the crankshaft. Align the degree markings carefully to maintain engine timing accuracy. The woodruff key must be properly seated to prevent slippage. Refer to the instruction sheet for torque specifications and step-by-step guidance. This balancer is compatible with vehicles equipped with serpentine belt systems, so verify belt routing before installation.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Dorman parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. The 594-181 harmonic balancer undergoes quality inspections to ensure durability and performance. While specific warranty details may vary, Dorman typically offers a limited warranty covering defects in material and workmanship. Consult product documentation or the supplier for exact warranty terms.

BrandDorman
Part Number594-181
Bolt And Washer IncludedYes
Color/FinishBlack
Degree MarkingsYes
Drive Belt TypeSerpentine
Grade TypeRegular
Mounting Hole Quantity1
Package ContentsBalancer; Woodruff Key; Instruction Sheet

This part fits 186 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersFuel TypePositionNotes
2014ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2014GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2013ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2013ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2013GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2013GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2012ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2012ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2012GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2012GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2011ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2011ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2011GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2011GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2010ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2010ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2010GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2010GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2009ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2009ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2009GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2009GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2008ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2008ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2008GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2008GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2007ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2007ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2007ChevroletSilverado 1500 Classic4.3LV6N/A
2007GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2007GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2007GMCSierra 1500 Classic4.3LV6N/A
2006ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2006ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2006ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2006GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2006GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2006GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2005ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2005ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2005ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2005ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2005ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2005GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2005GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2005GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2005GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2005GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
2004ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2004GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2004GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2004GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2004GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2004GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2004GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
2003ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2003GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2003GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2003GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2003GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2003GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2003GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletG304.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
2002ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2002GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2002GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2002GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2002GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2002GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2002GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletG304.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
2001ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2001GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2001GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2001GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2001GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2001GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2001GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
2001OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
2000ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
2000GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
2000GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
2000GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
2000GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
2000GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
2000GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
2000IsuzuHombre4.3LV6GASN/A
2000OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletP304.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
1999ChevroletSilverado 15004.3LV6N/A
1999GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
1999GMCP35004.3LV6N/A
1999GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
1999GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
1999GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
1999GMCSierra 15004.3LV6N/A
1999GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
1999IsuzuHombre4.3LV6GASN/A
1999OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletC15004.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletK15004.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletP304.3LV6N/A
1998ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
1998GMCC15004.3LV6N/A
1998GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
1998GMCK15004.3LV6N/A
1998GMCP35004.3LV6N/A
1998GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
1998GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
1998GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
1998GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
1998IsuzuHombre4.3LV6GASN/A
1998OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletC15004.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletK15004.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletP304.3LV6N/A
1997ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
1997GMCC15004.3LV6N/A
1997GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
1997GMCK15004.3LV6N/A
1997GMCP35004.3LV6N/A
1997GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
1997GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
1997GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
1997GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
1997IsuzuHombre4.3LV6GASN/A
1997OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletAstro4.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletC15004.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletExpress 15004.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletExpress 25004.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletK15004.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletP304.3LV6N/A
1996ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
1996GMCC15004.3LV6N/A
1996GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
1996GMCK15004.3LV6N/A
1996GMCP35004.3LV6N/A
1996GMCSafari4.3LV6N/A
1996GMCSavana 15004.3LV6N/A
1996GMCSavana 25004.3LV6N/A
1996GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A
1996OldsmobileBravada4.3LV6N/A
1995ChevroletBlazer4.3LV6N/A
1995ChevroletS104.3LV6N/A
1995GMCJimmy4.3LV6N/A
1995GMCSonoma4.3LV6N/A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

102156102248858102248850DA1736P-GM3.3PB1597N

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.