Crankshaft Rear 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 flywheel or flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate or Flywheel and Crankshaft Rear Seal - Exploded View and Flywheel or Flexplate in this article.
- Using a sharp awl, punch one hole into the crankshaft rear oil seal metal surface between the seal lip and the cylinder block.
- Screw the threaded end of the special tool into the oil seal. Use the special tool to remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.
CAUTION:
Use care to avoid scratching or damaging the oil seal surface or leakage may occur.