1. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .



2. Use a suitable prying tool to remove the crankshaft front oil seal.
3. Inspect the engine front cover seal bore for damage.
4. Inspect the crankshaft balancer sealing surface for dmaage. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Clean and Inspect .

Tools Required

J 35468 Cover Aligner/ Seal Installer.

1. Look to ensure that the pre-applied grease on the crankshaft front oil seal is intacted.
2. Use the J 35468 Cover Aligner/ Seal Installer in order to install the crankshaft front oil seal.
3. Inspect to ensure the crankshaft front seal is flush and square to the engine front cover.
4. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Installation .