Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Cover Front Oil Seal

Removal Procedure






1. Remove the crankshaft balancer.
2. Use a suitable prying tool to remove the crankshaft front oil seal.
3. Inspect the engine front cover seal bore for damage.
4. Inspect the crankshaft balancer seal area.

Installation Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 35468 Crankshaft Aligner/Seal Installer

Important: The engine front cover is a plastic composition.






1. Lubricate the exterior of the crankshaft front oil seal with clean engine oil.
2. Use the J 35468 with a hammer in order to install the crankshaft front oil seal.
3. Inspect to ensure the crankshaft front oil seal is flush and square to the engine front cover.
4. Install the crankshaft balancer.