Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement

Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement

Tools Required

J 44227 Rear Seal Installer

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (LL8) (Transmission Replacement (LL8)).
2. Remove the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement (Service and Repair).

Important: Do not damage the crankshaft or seal bore.





3. Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal out of the rear oil seal housing using a suitable tool.

Installation Procedure





Important: Use the plastic installation sleeve supplied with the new seal when installing a new seal.


1. Use J 44227 to install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
2. Remove the J 44227.
3. Remove the seal installation sleeve after the seal is installed. Discard the sleeve.
4. Install the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement (LL8) (Transmission Replacement (LL8)).