Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove crankshaft damper.
2. Remove timing belt covers and timing belt.
3. Remove crankshaft sprocket and key.
4. Pry out the front oil seal with a flat tip screwdriver. Cover the end of the screwdriver with a shop towel.

CAUTION: Be careful not to nick or damage crankshaft flange surface or oil pump housing.

INSTALLATION

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal-Installation:

1. Install front oil seal into oil pump housing using oil seal installer Special Tool MD-998717.
2. Install crankshaft key and sprocket.
3. Install timing belt and covers.
4. Install crankshaft damper.