Crankshaft Front Seal: Installation

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NOTE: Remove the through-bolt from the Camshaft Front Oil Seal Installer.

Using the special tools, install the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-096 (T74P-6150-A) Installer, Camshaft Front Oil Seal.

Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W30-Q1SP (WSS-M2C946-B1)

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NOTE: If equipped, the diamond washer should be cleaned and inspected for any damage. If damage is evident, replace the diamond washer. If no damage, the diamond washer is to be reused. If the diamond washer is not installed, engine damage may occur.

NOTE: Early build engines are equipped with a diamond washers on each side of the crankshaft sprocket. Late build engines have a laser etched crankshaft sprocket and do NOT require diamond washers. If an early build engine requires crankshaft sprocket replacement, discard the diamond washers and the sprocket and install a new laser etched sprocket (service part). Diamond washers should NEVER be installed with the laser etched sprocket.

If equipped, install the diamond washer onto the crankshaft.

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Lubricate the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil.
Material: Engine Oil - SAE 5W-30 - Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W30-Q1SP (WSS-M2C946-B1)

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Position the crankshaft pulley onto the crankshaft with the access hole at the 6 o'clock position.

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NOTE: This step will correctly align the crankshaft pulley to the crankshaft.

Install an M6 bolt.

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NOTE: The crankshaft must remain in the TDC position during installation of the pulley bolt or damage to the engine can occur. Therefore, the crankshaft pulley must be held in place with the Crank Damper Holding Tool and the bolt should be installed using hand tools only.

Using the special tool, install the new crankshaft bolt and washer and tighten. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1689 Holding Tool, Crank Damper.

Torque: Stage 1: 74 lb.ft (100 Nm) Stage 2: 90 deg.

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Remove the M6 bolt.

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NOTE: Do not tighten the CKP sensor bolts at this time.

Install the CKP sensor and the bolts.

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Install the Special Tool onto the CKP sensor and the tooth of the crankshaft pulley trigger wheel. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1521 Alignment Tool, Crankshaft Position Sensor.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1521 Alignment Tool, Crankshaft Position Sensor.

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Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.

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Install the engine plug bolt.
Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1686 Holding Tool, Camshaft.

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Install the following items:
1. RH and LH CMP sensors. Refer to: Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor .
2. Accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
Use the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Misfire Monitor Profile Correction routine in the diagnostic scan tool.