Crankshaft Front Oil Seal: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Thoroughly clean the crankshaft front seal mounting surface.
- Coat the new crankshaft front seal with multi-purpose grease.
- Install the crankshaft front seal, using special tool 303-484 (T94T-6700-AH), thread adapter, driver sleeve and driver/puller screw. Install the crankshaft front seal until it is fully seated.
- Assemble special tool 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) to the damper wear ring replacer. Insert the crankshaft damper wear ring into the damper wear ring replacer and position the tool assembly into the crankshaft vibration damper as shown. Use a ball pin hammer to seat the crankshaft damper wear ring into the hub of the crankshaft vibration damper.
- Apply RTV sealant to the crankshaft keyway prior to crankshaft vibration damper installation. Install the vibration damper, using the driver/puller screw, driver sleeve and thread adapter.
- Install the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
- Remove special tool 303-103 (T74P-6375-A).
- Install the flywheel housing cover and screws.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the radiator. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
- Check and refill the crankcase oil.
NOTE:
If necessary, rotate the front crank seal replacer to align it with the crankshaft key.
NOTE:
Install a new crankshaft damper wear ring whenever the crankshaft vibration damper is removed.
NOTE:
To prevent the crankshaft from rotating, use a breaker bar for in-vehicle service or the flywheel holding tool for bench overhaul.