Crankshaft Rear Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The engine is equipped with a cast aluminum (early build) or stamped steel (late build) crankshaft rear seal retainer plate. This procedure is for engines equipped with a cast aluminum plate only. If the engine is equipped with a stamped steel plate, the seal and plate must be removed as an assembly. Refer to CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL WITH RETAINER PLATE .
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to FLEXPLATE .
- Remove the crankshaft sensor ring.
- Using the Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Remover and Slide Hammer, remove and discard the crankshaft rear seal.