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Crankshaft Rear Seal with Retainer Plate: Removal

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  1. Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE .
  2. Use the special tools to remove the crankshaft rear oil slinger.
    Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Rear Oil Slinger
    G01537358Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the special tools to remove the crankshaft rear seal.
    Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Rear Seal
    G01537359Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate.
    Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Rear Seal Retainer Plate
    G01537360Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.