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Item 5: Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation Note

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    NOTE: Be sure the crankshaft rear sealing surface is clean and free of any rust or corrosion. To clean the crankshaft rear sealing surface, use extra-fine emery cloth or extra-fine 0000 steel wool with metal surface cleaner.
    Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal With Clean Engine Oil
    G03180640Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Lubricate the crankshaft rear oil seal with clean engine oil and install the special tool.
  2. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
    Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
    G03180641Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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