Crankshaft Front Seal

Crankshaft Front Seal









Removal

NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

NOTE: The Boss(R) 302 requires Motorcraft(R) SAE 5W-50 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, all other 5.0L (4V) engines require Motorcraft(R) SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley Crankshaft Pulley.

3. NOTICE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

Using the Oil Seal Remover, remove the crankshaft front oil seal.






Installation

1. NOTE: Lubricate the engine front cover bore and the crankshaft front oil seal inner lip with clean engine oil.
Using the Front Crank Seal and Damper Installer and the Front Cover Oil Seal Installer (plate only), install the crankshaft front oil seal.






2. Install the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley Crankshaft Pulley.