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Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the flexplate or flywheel. For additional information, refer to Flexplate  or Flywheel .
  3. Drain the engine oil.
    • Install the drain plug and tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube .
    5. CAUTION: If the oil pan is not removed damage to the rear oil seal retainer joint can occur.
  5. Remove the 17 bolts and the oil pan.
  6. Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate.
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