Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement

Special Tools
* J-8614-A - Pinion Flange Holder and Remover
* J-21052-4 - Crankshaft End Protector
* J-41665-A - Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer
* J-41998-A - Crankshaft Balancer Installer

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front wheel RH.
2. Remove the engine under cover RH.
3. Remove the V-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (Service and Repair)




4. Using the J-8614-A - holder and remover , hold the pulley in place and loosen and remove the pulley bolt.




5. Place the J-21052-4 - protector on the end of the crankshaft.




6. Using the J-8614-A - holder and remover , remove the crankshaft pulley.





Note: After removing, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.

7. Using a knife, cut off the lip (1) of the oil seal.
8. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with tape, pry out the oil seal.

Installation Procedure

1. Install timing chain cover oil seal.
2. Apply MP grease to the lip of a new oil seal.





Note: Wipe off extra grease from the crankshaft.

3. Using the J-41665-A - installer (1) and a hammer, tap in the oil seal until its surface is flush with the rear oil seal retainer edge.
4. Align the pulley set key with the key groove of the pulley.




5. Using the J-41998-A - installer (1), push the pulley on the crankshaft.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution)

6. Using J-8614-A - holder and remover hold the pulley in place and tighten the bolt to 190 Nm (140 lb ft).
7. Install the V-ribbed belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (Service and Repair).
8. Add engine oil if necessary.
9. Inspect for engine oil leak.
10. Install the engine under cover RH.
11. Install the front wheel RH.