Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
- Drain the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
- Remove the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .
- Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
- Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts.
- Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal housing.
- Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Important: Make sure not to damage the crankshaft outside diameter surface with any tool.
- Remove the gasket from the crankshaft rear oil seal housing and the cylinder block.
- Inspect the inside diameter of the bore. Correct or replace the crankshaft rear oil seal housing if necessary.
- Inspect the crankshaft for nicks of burrs on the surface that contacts the seal.
- Repair or replace the crankshaft if necessary.