Crankshaft Rear Seal: Installation

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NOTE: The crankshaft rear oil seal and wear sleeve are installed as an assembly.

NOTE: Lubricate the outer diameter of the rubber seal with a solution of dish soap and water (approximately 50/50 mix) prior to assembly. Do not use any other type of lubricant.

Apply a bead of Threadlock 262® around the circumference of the outer rear edge of the secondary crankshaft flange.
Using the special tool, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

Fig 1: Installing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Using Special Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the flywheel front adapter.

Fig 2: Identifying Flywheel Adapter
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 3: Flexplate Or Flywheel Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the flexplate or flywheel.
- Install the bolts.
- Snug all bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb-in)
- Tighten all bolts to 94 N.m (69 lb-ft) in the sequence shown.
Install the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 4R100 for automatic transmissions or MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - ZF 6 SPEED for manual transmissions.