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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2006 🢒 ION 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.2L (L61) 🢒 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement

Tools Required

J 42067 Rear Main Seal Installer

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement for the Manual Transmission or Transmission Replacement for the Automatic Transmission .
  2. Remove the flywheel.

    3. Object Number: 406046 Size: SH

    Important: Make sure not to damage the outside diameter of the crankshaft or chamber with any tool.

  3. Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal with a flat-bladed tool.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 412495 Size: SH
  1. Use the J 42067 and install the seal.

    2. Object Number: 412119 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the flywheel.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel bolts to 53 N·m (39 lb ft) plus 25 degrees.

  3. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement for the Manual Transmission or Transmission Replacement for the Automatic Transmission .