Tribute DX 4WD L4-2.0L (2001)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL
Removal
1. Remove the flywheel.
Caution: Use care to avoid damaging the crankshaft sealing surface.
2. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.
3. Inspect the crankshaft rear oil seal area.
Installation
Note: Coat the rear oil seal area and the crankshaft rear oil seal lip with SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil.
Note: Make sure the crankshaft rear oil seal is on correctly and that the edges are not rolled over.
1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.
2. Install the flywheel.