Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the cooling fan assembly. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT, TENSIONER AND PULLEY in this section.
Remove the oil cooler. For additional information, refer to OIL COOLER in this section.

Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. To remove individual components, only carry out the listed steps.

CRANKSHAFT PULLEY AND CRANKSHAFT SEAL COMPONENT STEPS

Component	Steps
Crankshaft pulley	1-2
Front crankshaft seal	1-3

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Pulley, Bolt And Washer
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Items 1-3: Crankshaft Pulley, Bolt and Washer Removal Note

Remove and discard the bolt.

Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 3: Using Special Tool And Removing Crankshaft Pulley
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 4: Front Crankshaft Seal Removal Note

Using the special tool, remove the front crankshaft seal.
- Discard the seal.
Fig 4: Using Special Tool To Remove Front Crankshaft Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 4: Front Crankshaft Seal Installation Note

Using the special tool, install a new front crankshaft seal.

Fig 5: Using Special Tool And Installing New Front Crankshaft Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Items 1-3: Crankshaft Pulley, Bolt and Washer Installation Note

NOTE: If crankshaft pulley is not secured within four minutes of sealant application the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

Fig 6: Locating Bead Of Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Keyway

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the keyway.
Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 7: Using Special Tool And Installing Crankshaft Pulley
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install a new bolt and tighten in four stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 80 N.m (59 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen the bolt two complete turns.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.