Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without first installing the special tools. The crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to the crankshaft. Before any repair requiring loosening or removal of the crankshaft pulley bolt, the crankshaft and camshafts must be locked in place by the special service tools, otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
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Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
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Remove the following items:- Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
- Refer to: Starter Motor .
- 6.NOTE: Only rotate the crankshaft clockwise.
Rotate the crankshaft slowly until the crankshaft stops.
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- Disconnect the throttle actuator and VCT solenoid electrical connectors.
- Remove and discard the VCT solenoid bolts.
- Remove the VCT solenoids.
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Install Special Service Tool: 303-1606 Locking Tool, Variable Camshaft Timing.Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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M8x30
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M8x25Install Special Service Tool: 303-1611-02 Adapter for 303-1611, Torque Multiplier.Torque: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm)
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Only tighten the nut finger tight at this stage.Install Special Service Tool: 303-1611 Torque Multiplier.
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- Remove and discard the crankshaft bolt.
- Remove the crankshaft pulley.
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NOTE: The production engine is not equipped with a friction washer. Whenever the crankshaft pulley is removed, a friction washer (base part number 6378) must be installed.
If equipped, remove and discard the friction washer.
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Remove and discard the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-293 Remover, Crankshaft Seal.