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Crankshaft Front Seal: Installation

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    NOTE: Failure to install the front crankshaft seal with the part numbers facing out may result in engine damage.
    NOTE: Do not discard the installation sleeve provided with the front crankshaft seal. It is used for installation of the crankshaft seal.
    NOTE: Check for correct orientation of the installation sleeve prior to sliding the seal on the crankshaft.
    NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the seal and crankshaft sealing surface.
    Fig 1: Locating Installation Sleeve
    G07480847Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the installation sleeve onto the crankshaft, slide the new front crankshaft seal over the installation sleeve onto the crankshaft.
    • Remove the installation sleeve.
  2. Position the new front crankshaft slinger on the crankshaft.
    Fig 2: Locating Front Crankshaft Slinger On Crankshaft
    G07480848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the Front Crank Seal Installer, install a new front crankshaft seal and front crankshaft slinger.
    Fig 3: Installing Front Crankshaft Seal And Front Crankshaft Slinger
    G07480849Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley .