Important:
• | Do not use the crankshaft oil seal again. Install a NEW crankshaft oil seal during assembly. |
• | Do not use the front cover-to-engine block gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly. |
- Remove the crankshaft oil seal (140) from the front cover.
- Clean the cover in solvent. Remove the sealant from the cover oil pan surface. Refer to
Replacing Engine Gaskets
.
Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.
- Dry the cover with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces for excessive scratches or gouging.
- Inspect the cover-to-oil pan threaded bolt holes for damaged threads or debris.
- Inspect the crankshaft oil seal mounting bore for damage.