Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Sable, 2008 Ford Taurus X, and 2008 Ford Taurus. 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 AND LIFTING article.
Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley .
Using the Oil Seal Remover, remove and discard the crankshaft front seal.
- Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface prep.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Front Seal Using Special Tool (303-409)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.