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Item 7: Crankshaft Front Seal Installation Note

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  1. Clean and inspect the mating surface.
  2. NOTE: Lubricate the crankshaft front seal lips with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    Fig 1: Assembling Special Tools & Placing Crankshaft Front Seal Onto Special Tool
    G03243844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Assemble the special tools, then place the crankshaft front seal onto the special tools.
  4. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft front seal.
    Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Front Seal
    G03243845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.