51. Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Cleaning and Inspection

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Housing Cleaning and Inspection





Important:
^ Do not use the crankshaft rear oil seal again. Install a NEW crankshaft oil seal during assembly.

^ Do not use the rear housing-to-engine block gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.





Remove the crankshaft oil seal (141) from the rear housing.
1. Clean the housing in solvent. Remove the sealant from the housing oil pan surface. Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution.

2. Dry the housing with compressed air.
3. Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces for excessive scratches or gouging.
4. Inspect the housing-to-oil pan threaded bolt holes for damaged threads or debris.
5. Inspect the crankshaft oil seal mounting bore for damage.