Seal-Crankshaft Oil-Rear: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| 1 - Special Tool 8349 and C-4171 handle |
| 2 - Seal Guide |
| 3 - Seal |
CAUTION:
The rear seal must be installed dry for proper operation. Do not lubricate the seal lip or outer edge.
- Position the plastic seal guide (2) onto the crankshaft rear face. Then position the crankshaft rear oil seal (3) onto the guide.
- Using Special Tools 8349 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer (1) and C-4171 Driver Handle, with a hammer, tap the seal (3) into place. Continue to tap on the driver handle until the seal installer seats against the cylinder block crankshaft bore.
- Install the flexplate. (Refer to ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/FLEX PLATE - INSTALLATION) .
- Install the transmission.