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Crankshaft Rear Seal: Installation

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  1. Clean and inspect the mating surface.
  2. NOTE: Lubricate the crankshaft rear seal lips with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    Fig 1: Assembling Special Tools And Crankshaft Rear Seal
    G03962079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Assemble the special tools and the crankshaft rear seal.
  4. Install the special tools on the rear of the crankshaft.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tools On Rear Of Crankshaft
    G03962080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the crankshaft rear seal. Tighten the center jack screw until the spacer contacts the engine block.
    Fig 3: Installing Crankshaft Rear Seal
    G03962081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the flywheel or the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLYWHEEL  or FLEXPLATE .