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Rear Crankshaft Oil Seal - Installation






INSTALLATION






CAUTION: If a burr or scratch is present on the crankshaft edge (chamfer), cleanup with 800 emery cloth to prevent seal damage during installation of new seal. If emery cloth is used, the crankshaft must be cleaned off Mopar(R) brake parts cleaner.

NOTE: When installing seal, lubricate Seal Guide 9509 with clean engine oil.

1. Place Seal Guide 9509 (3) on crankshaft.
2. Position seal (2) over guide tool. Guide tool should remain on crankshaft during installation of seal. Ensure that the lip of the seal is facing towards the crankcase during installation.
3. Drive the seal into the block using Seal Driver 9706 (1) and Driver Handle C-4171 (4) until Seal Driver 9706 bottoms out against the block.





4. Install the flexplate (1) and transmission Flexplate - Installation.