Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
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CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL - HYBRID REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair/Lifting.
2. Remove the flywheel. See - See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Flywheel/Service and Repair.
3. Drain the engine oil.
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Install the drain plug.
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Tighten to 28 Nm {2.8 kgf-m, 21 ft-lbf}.
4. Remove the 17 bolts and the oil pan.
CAUTION:If the oil pan is not removed damage to the rear oil seal retainer joint can occur.
5. Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate.
Installation
1. Using the special tool, position the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate onto the crankshaft.
2. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate and bolts.