Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement

Special Tools

* EN-6351 - Mounting Sleeves

* EN-45000 - Remover

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

1. Replace the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement Service and Repair.




2. Remove the crankshaft sprocket (1).





Caution:
Clean the crankshaft sealing surface with a clean, lint-free towel. Inspect lead-in edge of crankshaft for burrs/sharp edges that could damage the rear main oil seal. Remove burrs/sharp edges with crocus cloth before proceeding.

3. Using the EN-45000 - remover (3), remove the crankshaft front oil seal (1) from the crankshaft (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Clean the sealing surfaces.

2. Slide the EN-6351 - mounting sleeves (2) protective sleeve onto the crankshaft journal.

3. Slide the crankshaft front oil seal (1) over the protective sleeve on the crankshaft journal.




4. Remove the protective sleeve, and using the EN-6351 - mounting sleeves (3), press the seal ring into the pump housing.

5. Use the crankshaft drive gear bolt (1) and washer (2) to press in the crankshaft front oil seal.





Note: When installing the crankshaft sprocket, the cam and the groove must align (2).

6. Install the crankshaft sprocket (1).

7. Install the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement Service and Repair.