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Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair




Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement

Special Tools

J-29184 - Oil Seal Installer

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools (Special Tools).

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the crankshaft oil seal.

Installation Procedure





Note: Do not lubricate the crankshaft front oil seal or the crankshaft balancer sealing surfaces.

1. Use the J-29184 - installer or equivalent to install the crankshaft front oil seal.
2. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Service and Repair).