Colorado 4WD L5-3.7L (2007)
Important: Tilting the crankshaft rear oil seal housing will allow sealer between the housing and the oil pan.
2. Complete the following to install the crankshaft rear oil seal housing:
1. Align the housing with the right alignment dowel, tilting the left side up slightly.
2. Align the housing with the left alignment dowel.
3. Press the housing against the engine block into place.
3. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
4. Install the 2 oil pan bolts.
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Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
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Tighten the (end) oil pan bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
5. Lightly lubricate the crankshaft rear oil seal lip with clean engine oil.
6. Position the plastic installation sleeve supplied with the new seal to the crankshaft.
7. Use the J 44215 with the J 8092 and a hammer to install the crankshaft rear oil seal into the crankshaft rear oil seal housing.
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The spring side of the seal goes toward the engine.
