Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

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Lubricate the crankshaft front seal inner lip with clean engine oil.
Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the end of the keyway slot.

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Gasket & Sealant
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Clean the keyway and slot using metal surface prep before applying silicone gasket and sealant.

NOTE: The crankshaft pulley must be installed and the bolt tightened within 4 minutes of applying the silicone gasket and sealant.
Using the Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Pulley
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surface with clean engine oil.
Install the bolt and washer. Tighten the bolt in 4 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .