I am in the process of replacing the timing belt on my `97 Accord EX 4cyl .5spd. & haven`t been able to break the crank bolt loose. does the bolt have left hand threads possibly?I have broken a socket while using a 1\2" impact running on 150 psi.& am reluctant to jam a screwdriver in the flywheel; if the crank bolt is this hard to remove,I`m affraid I will damage the flywheel.
Any suggestions would mbe greatly appreciated.
Thanks

 

No, it's a right-hand thread. It's just on really tight. Try heating the bolt head a little? So far I haven't had to resort to that, but ???

The crank-holding tool is a big hex that fits inside that 55mm socket in the crank pulley.