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Crankshaft Rear Seal with Retainer Plate: Removal

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  1. Remove the oil pan. For additional information, refer to OIL PAN .
  2. Using the Engine Support Bar and Engine Support Bracket, lower the engine assembly back into place.
    Fig 1: Aligning Engine Support Insulator Studs Using Engine Support Bar And Engine Support Bracket
    G06518203Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the flexplate or flywheel. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE  if equipped with an automatic transmission, or FLYWHEEL  if equipped with a manual transmission.
  4. Remove the engine rear cover plate.
  5. NOTE: Inspect the ignition pulse ring for damage. If the ignition pulse ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be discarded.

    Remove the crankshaft ignition pulse ring.

  6. Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
  7. Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
  8. Using the Slide Hammer and the Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover, remove and discard the crankshaft rear seal.
    Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Rear Seal Using Slide Hammer And Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover
    G06518285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 8 bolts and the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate.