Crankshaft Rear Seal with Retainer Plate: 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.
- Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE OR FLYWHEEL AND CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL - EXPLODED VIEW and FLEXPLATE .
- Remove the engine separator plate.
- Remove the crankshaft sensor ring.
- Remove the oil pan. For additional information, refer to ENGINE LUBRICATION COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW and OIL PAN .
- Disconnect the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the bolt and the CKP sensor.
- Using the Slide Hammer and the Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover, remove and discard the crankshaft rear seal.
- Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate.
NOTE:
Inspect the crankshaft sensor ring for damage. If the crankshaft sensor ring has been dropped or has any visual damage, it must be discarded.