Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.
2. Pry out the crankshaft front oil seal using a suitable tool. Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft.
3. Inspect the crankshaft, the crankshaft balancer and the engine front cover for wear and/or damage. Replace the components as necessary. Refer to the following procedures:
^ Crankshaft Balancer Clean and Inspect
^ Engine Front Cover Clean and Inspect

Installation Procedure

^ Tools Required
- J 35468 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer





1. Align the J 35468 and the crankshaft front oil seal with the engine front cover and crankshaft.
2. Install the crankshaft front oil seal using the J 35468 and a suitable tool.
3. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.