Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL FRONT

REMOVAL
1. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.





2. Tap the dowel pin out of the crankshaft (Fig. 72).





3. Remove crankshaft seal using Special Tool 6341A (Fig. 73).

CAUTION: Do not nick shaft seal surface or seal bore.

4. Shaft seal lip surface must be free of varnish, dirt or nicks. Polish with 400 grit paper if necessary.

INSTALLATION





1. Install crankshaft seal using Special Tool 6342 (Fig. 74).
2. Install the dowel pin into the crankshaft to 1.2 mm (0.047 in.) protrusion (Fig. 72).
3. Install the crankshaft sprocket.