Stratus Sedan V6-2.7L (2001)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Remove transaxle from vehicle.
2. Remove drive plate.
3. Insert a 3/16" wide flat bladed screwdriver between the dust lip and the metal case of the crankshaft seal. Angle the screwdriver (Fig. 69) through
the dust lip against the metal case of the seal. Pry out seal.
CAUTION: Do not allow the screwdriver blade to contact the crankshaft seal surface. Contact of the screwdriver blade against crankshaft edge
(chamfer) is permitted.
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.
