Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove the crankshaft balancer.





2. Pry out the crankshaft front oil seal using a screwdriver. Use care in order to avoid damage to the seal bore or seal contact surfaces.

INSTALLATION





1. Install the crankshaft front oil seal. Use the Seal Installer and a soft faced hammer.
2. Remove the Seal Installer.
3. Coat the outside seal surface of the crankshaft balancer with GM P/N 1052497 or equivalent.
4. Install the crankshaft balancer.