Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special Tools

EN-50820 Front Crankshaft Seal Installer
KM-470-B Angular Torque Gauge

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Air Cleaner Assembly

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Remove the air cleaner assembly (1). Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (LTG) .
Remove the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Replacement (LTG) .
Remove the engine mount (1). Refer to Engine Mount Replacement (LTG) .

Fig 2: Engine Mount
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Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (Except North America) and Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (North America) .
Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
Remove the engine front cover bolts (2-6, 8).

Fig 3: Engine Front Cover Bolts & Oil Seal
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Remove the engine front cover (1).
Remove the front oil seal (7) with an appropriate tool.