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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2003 🢒 Vibe - FWD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 1.8L (LNK) 🢒 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the crankshaft pulley. Refer to Crankshaft Pulley Replacement .

    3. Important: To protect the crankshaft from damage, wrap the tip of the screwdriver with tape.


    Object Number: 234225 Size: SH
  3. Use a screwdriver and pry out the crankshaft front oil seal.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 234233 Size: SH
  1. Lubricate the new crankshaft front oil seal with Chassis Grease GM P/N 1051344 (Canadian P/N 993037) or equivalent.
  2. Using a hammer and an appropriate driver, lightly tap the crankshaft front oil seal into place.

    3. Important: Tap the oil seal in until its surface is flush with the crankshaft front oil seal retainer edge.

  3. Install the crankshaft pulley. Refer to Crankshaft Pulley Replacement .
  4. Connect the negative battery cable.
  5. Start the engine.