Crankshaft Front Seal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty and 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the following items:
- Cooling fan. Refer to: Cooling Fan .
- Accessory drive belt. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt .
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- Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
- Discard the crankshaft pulley bolt.
- Using the special tool and a step plate, remove the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-009 (T58P-6316-D) Remover, Crankshaft Vibration Damper.
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NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the crankshaft pulley woodruff key slot. These tools cause scratches and gouges, which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper
Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A
Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B
Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B
- Using the special tool, remove and discard the crankshaft front seal. Use Special Service Tool: 303-107 (T74P-6700-A) Remover, Crankshaft Front Oil Seal.