Front Crankshaft Seal

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

NOTE: The 3.0L and 4.0L engines use timing chains; only engines using timing belts will be covered here.

2.3L and 2.5L Engines

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the precautions in the beginning of this section.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • Negative battery cable
   • Timing belt cover
   • Drive belt
3. Align the crankshaft and camshaft timing marks and remove the timing belt.
   • Crankshaft pulley center bolt and slide the pulley off of the crankshaft
   • Crankshaft key

   WARNING
   Do not damage the crankshaft sealing surface while removing the oil seal.

   • Crankshaft Seal Remover tool T74P-6700-B on the crankshaft and into the oil seal.
   • Oil seal and clean the seal journal

   To install:

4. Apply clean engine oil to the rubber lip of the new seal to aid installation.
5. Using Cam Bearing Adapter Tube T72C-6250, or equivalent, and crankshaft center bolt, carefully install the new oil seal until flush with the engine.
6. Install or connect the following:
   • Key and crankshaft pulley, washer and bolt. Torque the bolt to 92–121 ft. lbs. (125–165 Nm).
   • Timing belt
   • Timing belt and cover
   • Drive belt
   • Negative battery cable
7. Start the vehicle and check for leaks, repair if necessary.