Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal: Installation

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Apply new engine oil to new oil seal and install it flush with front of mounting surface using a suitable tool.
- Install new oil seal in the direction shown.
  Suitable drift
  1. Outer diameter: 59 mm (2.32 in)
  2. Inner diameter: 49 mm (1.93 in)
CAUTION: Press fit straight and avoid causing burrs or tilting the oil seal.

Fig 1: Orientation Of Oil Seal
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install crankshaft pulley and tighten the bolt in two steps.
- Lubricate thread and seat surface of the bolt with new engine oil.
- Apply a paint mark for the second step of angle tightening.
  Crankshaft pulley bolt
  1. Step 1: 44 N.m (4.5 kg-m, 32 ft-lb)
  2. Step 2: 60° - 65° degrees clockwise
Fig 2: Tighten Crankshaft Pulley Bolt In Two Steps
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 3: Applying Paint Mark
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Remove Tool attached to the starter bolt hole.
1. Tool number: KV10117700 (J-44716)
Fig 4: Removing Tool Attached To Starter Bolt Hole
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Installation of the remaining components is in reverse order of removal.