Taurus V6-182 3.0L (1987)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
1.
Loosen accessory drive belts, then remove right front wheel.
2.
Remove four crankshaft pulley-to-damper attaching bolts, then remove accessory drive belt and the pulley.
3.
Remove vibration damper attaching bolt, then using suitable puller, remove vibration damper.
4.
Using flat bladed screwdriver or other suitable tool, pry seal from front timing cover. Use caution not to damage front cover or crankshaft.
5.
Lubricate replacement seal lip with clean engine oil, then install seal with suitable seal installer.
6.
Lubricate inner hub surface of vibration damper with clean engine oil, then apply RTV sealant to keyway of inner hub surface of vibration
damper.
7.
Install vibration damper. Torque attaching bolt to 140---170 ft. lbs.
8.
Install crankshaft pulley. Torque bolts to 15---22 ft. lbs.
9.
Install accessory drive belts, then install right front wheel.
10.
Start engine and check for oil leaks.
