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Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal

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  1. Remove the crankshaft vibration damper. For additional information, refer to CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .
  2. Punch two holes in the seal.
    Fig 1: Punching Holes In Seal
    G03887244Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft seal.
    Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Seal
    G03887245Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Production engine will not have a wear sleeve.
    Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Damper Wear Sleeve
    G03887246Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. If equipped, using the special tool, remove the crankshaft damper wear sleeve.