Installation

INSTALLATION





NOTE: The integrated rear crankshaft seal (2) is not interchangeable with the cast aluminum rear seal adapter and seal assembly.

NOTE: Inspect the crankshaft to make sure no nicks or burrs are on the seal surface.

1. Clean sealing surfaces thoroughly.
2. Apply engine oil to the seal lip inside diameter.




NOTE: The seal lip (2) on the retainer must always uniformly curl inward toward the engine on the crankshaft (1).





3. Position the special tool 6926 (1) onto the crankshaft and gently slide the seal (2) over the crankshaft.
4. Install seal retaining bolts finger tight.




NOTE: The following steps must be performed to prevent oil leaks at sealing joints.

5. Attach Special Tools 8225 (1) to pan rail using the oil pan fasteners.

NOTE: Make sure that the "2.7L" stamped on the special tool is facing the cylinder block (flat side of tools against pan rail).

NOTE: Make sure that the seal flange is flush with the block oil pan sealing surface.

6. While applying firm pressure to the seal assembly (2) against Special Tools 8225 (1), tighten seal assembly screws to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
7. Remove special tool 8225.
8. Install oil panEngine Oil Pan - Installation.




9. Install flex plate (1), backing plate (3), and attaching bolts (2)Installation.
10. Install transmissionInstallation.




11. Install lower splash shield retaining bolts (1) and splash shield (2).
12. Lower vehicle.




13. Fill with oil (5).




14. Connect negative battery (1) cable.
15. Start engine and check for leaks.