Installation Procedure
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- Lubricate the outer sealing surface oft he crankshaft front oil seal lightly with clean engine oil. DO NOT lubricate the inner portion of the seal.
- Position the NEW seal in the front cover so that the dimple (1) on the rear of the seal is in the 12 o'clock position.
- Using J 42851 install the oil seal. See Special Tools .
- Remove the J 42851 . See Special Tools .
- Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .