Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal

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

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING - GASOLINE ENGINES .
Rotate the tensioner clockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 1: Rotating Tensioner
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Remove and discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.
Using the 3 Jaw Puller and Step Plate, remove the crankshaft pulley.

Fig 2: Removing Crankshaft Pulley
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NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

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

Fig 3: Removing Crankshaft Front Oil Seal

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