Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE .
- Using a sharp awl, punch one hole into the crankshaft rear seal metal surface between the seal lip and the cylinder block.
- Screw the threaded end of the special tool into the rear seal. Use the special tool to remove the crankshaft rear seal.
CAUTION:
Use care to avoid scratching or damaging the oil seal surface or leakage may occur.