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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Seal
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    IMPORTANT: For proper orientation, note the installation direction of the oil seal. The oil seal is a reverse-lip design. The part number is applied to the outside face of the seal, as shown.
  1. Inspect the seal and identify the part number markings for proper orientation.
  2. Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Using J 41479
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  3. Install the J 41479  cone (2) and bolts onto the rear of the crankshaft.
  4. Tighten the bolts until snug. Do not overtighten.
  5. Install the rear oil seal onto the tapered cone (2) and push the seal to the rear seal bore. Install the oil seal with the part number markings facing away from the engine.
  6. Thread the J 41479  threaded rod into the tapered cone until the tool (1) contacts the oil seal.
  7. Align the oil seal into the tool (1).
  8. Rotate the handle of the tool (1) clockwise until the seal enters the rear cover and bottoms into the cover bore.
  9. Remove the J 41479  .
  10. Install the automatic transmission flexplate, refer to Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement .