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Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal

NOTE: The engine is equipped with a cast aluminum (early build) or stamped steel (late build) crankshaft rear seal retainer plate. This procedure is for engines equipped with a cast aluminum plate only. If the engine is equipped with a stamped steel plate, the seal and plate must be removed as an assembly. REFER to Crankshaft Rear Seal with Retainer Plate .
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING for lifting points.
  2. Remove the flexplate. REFER to Flexplate .
  3. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring.
    Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Sensor Ring
    G08029522Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using 303-519  (T95P-6701-EH) and 307-005  (T59L-100-B), remove and discard the crankshaft rear seal.
    Fig 2: Removing Rear Crankshaft Seal Using Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover And Slide Hammer
    G08029523Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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