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Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING -- ESCAPE, ESCAPE HYBRID, MARINER & MARINER HYBRID .
  2. Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE .
  3. Using the Slide Hammer and the Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover, remove and discard the crankshaft rear oil seal.
    Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
    G06389286Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.