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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 43320 Crankshaft Rear Seal Puller
    • J 42849 Crankshaft Rear Seal Installer

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 655276  Size: SH
  1. Remove the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .
  2. Install the guide pins from J 43320 into the crankshaft.

  3. Object Number: 655278  Size: SH
  4. Install the J 43320 over the guide pins.
  5. Using a suitable drill, insert eight of the self-drilling sheet metal screws into the rear crankshaft seal, using a criss-cross pattern. The self-tapping screws are included with the J 43320 .

  6. Object Number: 655279  Size: SH
  7. Thread the center bolt of J 43320 into the crankshaft to remove the seal.
  8. Remove the guide pins from the crankshaft.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 640011  Size: SH
  1. Make sure the crankshaft is free of grit, loose rust, and burrs. Correct as needed.
  2. Apply a very light film of oil onto the crankshaft sealing surface. DO NOT apply oil to the sealing surface of the engine block.
  3. Install the seal onto J 42849 .
  4. Position the J 42849 against the crankshaft. Thread the attaching screws into the tapped hole in the crankshaft.
  5. Tighten the screws securely with a screwdriver in order to insure that the seal is installed squarely over the crankshaft.
  6. Rotate the center nut until the J 42849 bottoms.
  7. Remove the J 42849 .
  8. Install the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .