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.
  1. 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: Front 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.
  1. Step 1 : 39 - 49 N.m (4.0 - 5.0 kg-m, 29 - 36 ft-lb)
  2. Step 2 : 60° - 65° degrees clockwise
Fig 2: Install Crankshaft Pulley And Tighten The Bolt In Two Steps
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 3: Apply A Paint Mark For The Second Step Of Angle Tightening
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Remove Tool attached to the mounting bolt hole.
1. Tool number : KV10117700 (J44716)
Fig 4: Remove Tool Attached To The Mounting Bolt Hole (M/T)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 5: Remove Tool Attached To The Mounting Bolt Hole (A/T)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Installation of the remaining components is in reverse order of removal.