Charger V6-3.5L VIN G (2006)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
SEAL - CRANKSHAFT OIL REAR
REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine oil pan.
2. Lower the weight of the engine back onto the engine mounts.
3. Remove transmission from vehicle.
4. Remove the flex plate.
5. Remove the rear crankshaft oil seal retainer bolts.
6. Remove the crankshaft oil seal and clean all mating surfaces.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: If a burr or scratch is present on the crankshaft edge (chamfer), clean surface using 400 grit sand paper to prevent seal damage during
installation.
NOTE: The rear crankshaft oil seal and retainer are an assembly. DO NOT separate the seal protector from the rear crankshaft oil seal before
installation on engine. Damage to the seal lip will occur if the seal protector is removed and installed prior to installation on engine.
1. Carefully position the oil seal, retainer and seal protector on crankshaft and push firmly into place on engine block (the seal protector will be
removed from the rear oil seal assembly as a result of installing the rear oil seal). Hand tighten the rear oil seal fasteners.