Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley in this article.
- Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft front seal.
CAUTION:
Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without first installing the special tools as instructed in the crankshaft pulley procedure. The crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to the crankshaft. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction, using diamond washers between the flange faces on each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket is also unfastened if you loosen the pulley bolt. Before any repair requiring loosening or removal of the crankshaft pulley bolt, the crankshaft and camshafts must be locked in place by the special tools, otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
CAUTION:
Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal, or oil leakage may occur.