Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .

NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Using Oil Seal Remover

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Oil Seal Remover, remove the crankshaft front oil seal.