LaCrosse V8-5.3L (2008)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement
Tools Required
J 41478 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement (See: Cylinder Block Assembly/Harmonic Balancer - Crankshaft
Pulley/Service and Repair).
2. Remove and discard the crankshaft oil seal (140).
Installation Procedure
Important:
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Do not lubricate the oil seal sealing surface.
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Do not reuse the crankshaft oil seal.
1. Lubricate the outer edge of the oil seal (140) with clean engine oil.
2. Lubricate the front cover oil seal bore with clean engine oil.
