Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
- Remove the flywheel. For additional information, refer to FLYWHEEL in this service information.
- Drain the engine oil.
- Install the drain plug.
- Tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
- Remove the 17 bolts and the oil pan.
- Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate.
NOTE:
If the oil pan is not removed, damage to the rear oil seal retainer joint can occur.