2.0TSi EA888: Should I remove the balancer mesh and support frame? We'll take a closer look.
There are many rumors, myths, and outright misinformation circulating about the screens in the balance arms and support frame. Opinions range from "disassemble half the engine and throw them away before it's too late" to "cherish them like the apple of your eye and replace them with new ones at every repair." So, as always, let's take a detailed and thoughtful look at how oil is supplied to the balance arms and frame, and what can go wrong with removing the screens. And while we're at it, let's take a look at the bottom-end lubrication system of the EA888 2nd gen.