Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2006)
this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Clean and inspect the mating surfaces.
2. NOTE: If the rear crankshaft seal retaining plate is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with
metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause
future oil leaks.
NOTE: The silicone must be applied on the groove along the retainer plate.
Apply a 4 mm (0.16 inch) bead of silicone gasket and sealant around the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate sealing surface.
3. Install the crankshaft rear seal retainer plate and the 6 bolts in the sequence shown.
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Tighten to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
4. Install the 2 oil pan-to-crankshaft rear seal retainer plate bolts.
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Tighten to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.) then rotate an additional 60 degrees.
5. NOTE: Lubricate the inner lip of the crankshaft rear seal with clean engine oil.
Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear seal.
