Fusion L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Front Seal
Special Tool(s)
Material
Removal
CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning
gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
CAUTION: The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction, using diamond washers between the flange faces on
each part. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket is also unfastened if you loosen the pulley. Therefore, the engine must be retimed each time the
damper is removed. Otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
1. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
2. CAUTION: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.
Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft front oil seal.
Installation