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Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist. Remove right wheel and inner splash shield.
3. Remove accessory drive belt.

Crankshaft Damper-Removal:





4. Remove crankshaft damper.

Front Crankshaft Oil Seal-Removal:





5. Remove oil seal using Special Tool 6341. Be careful not to damage the crankshaft seal surface of cover.

INSTALLATION

Crankshaft Oil Seal-installation:





1. Install new seal using Special Tool C-4992.
2. Place seal into opening with seal spring towards the inside of engine. Install seal until flush with cover.

Crankshaft Damper-Installation:





3. Install crankshaft pulley using plate L-4524. Thrust Bearing/washer and C-4685-C1, 5.9 inch screw.
4. Install accessory drive belt.
5. Install inner splash shield and wheel.
6. Lower vehicle and connect negative cable to battery.