Crankshaft Front Seal: Installation

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Lubricate the crankshaft front seal bore with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .

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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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Lubricate the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .

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Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley.

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Using the strap wrench, install the new crankshaft bolt and the washer and tighten in 3 stages. Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench
Torque: Stage 1: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm); Stage 2: 90°; Stage 3: 60°

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3.5L V6 PowerBoost (CN)
Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
3.5L EcoBoost (BM)
Lubricate the crankshaft pulley with clean engine oil. Refer to: Specifications .

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Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-102 Installer, Crankshaft Pulley.

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Install the new crankshaft bolt and the washer. Use the General Equipment: Strap Wrench
Torque: Stage 1: 37 lb.ft (50 Nm); Stage 2: 90°; Stage 3: 60°

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Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
All vehicles
After completing the repairs, perform the Misfire Monitor Neutral Profile Correction procedure using a diagnostic scan tool.
Road test the vehicle.