Crankshaft Front Seal: Installation

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1.

Lubricate the crankshaft front seal bore with clean engine oil.
Material

: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W30-QSP (WSS-M2C946-A)

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2.

Using the special tools, install the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley., 303-1251 Installer, Front Seal.

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3.

Lubricate the crankshaft front seal and the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil.
Material

: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W30-QSP (WSS-M2C946-A)

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4.

Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-335 (T88T-6701-A) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal., 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley.

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5.

Using the strap wrench, install the new crankshaft bolt and the washer and tighten in 4 stages. Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench
Torque

: Stage 1: 89 lb.ft (120 Nm) Stage 2: Loosen:: 1 turn(s) Stage 3: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm) Stage 4: 90 °

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6.

Install the A/C compressor belt. Refer to: AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COMPRESSOR BELT .

7.

After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure using a diagnostic scan tool.