Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair

Fig. 11 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installation:

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove crankshaft sprocket. Refer to Timing Components / Timing Belt / Service and Repair. Service and Repair
3. Remove key and rear thrust washer from end of crankshaft.
4. Remove rear timing cover.
5. Using a suitable tool, remove crankshaft front oil seal.
6. During installation of crankshaft front oil seal, position tool No. J-33083 or equivalent, Fig. 11, onto crankshaft. Lubricate front oil seal lip and install onto crankshaft.
7. Reverse procedure to complete installation.