Yukon 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Replacement, Engine Overhaul
REMOVAL
1. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal housing nuts and bolts.
2. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal housing, seal, and gasket.
3. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal from the crankshaft rear oil seal housing.
4. Discard the gasket and seal.
INSTALLATION
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Tools Required
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J 35621 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer, or equivalent
NOTE: Always use a new crankshaft rear oil seal and new crankshaft rear oil seal housing gasket when you Install the crankshaft rear oil seal housing.
1. Install the new gasket and the crankshaft rear oil housing on to the studs.
2. Install the rear oil seal housing nuts and bolts.
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Tighten the crankshaft near the oil seal housing nuts and bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
3. Coat the new oil seal entirely with clean engine oil.
