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Makes
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Saturn
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2002
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VUE - FWD
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 3.0L (L81)
🢒 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
Tools Required
J 35268A Camshaft front Main Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
Remove the timing belt. Refer to
Timing Belt Replacement
Remove the crankshaft gear> Refer to
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
Carefully drill a small, shallow pilot hole into the steel ring of the seal. Use caution when drilling the hole so as not to damage the area around and behind the seal.
Screw in a self tapping screw.
Use pliers to pull out the front main oil seal.
Clean all sealing surfaces.
Installation Procedure
Coat the lip of the front main oil seal with a small amount of clean engine oil to aid in the installation.
Use the J 35268A to install the front main oil seal.
Ensure that the front main oil seal is fully and evenly seated.
Install the crankshaft gear. Refer to
Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement
Install the timing belt. Refer to
Timing Belt Replacement