Raider 4WD V6-3.7L SOHC (2007)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - REAR
REMOVAL
NOTE: This procedure can be performed in vehicle.
1. If being preformed in vehicle, remove the transmission.
2. Remove the flexplate.
NOTE: The crankshaft oil seal (1) CAN NOT be reused after removal.
NOTE: The crankshaft rear oil seal remover Special Tool 8506 (2) must be installed deeply into the seal. Continue to tighten the removal tool
into the seal until the tool can not be turned farther. Failure to install tool correctly the first time will cause tool to pull free of seal without
removing seal from engine.
3. Using Special Tool 8506 (2) , remove the crankshaft rear oil seal (1).
INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the crankshaft flange with engine oil.
2. Position the magnetic seal guide Special Tool 8349-2 (2) onto the crankshaft rear face. Then position the crankshaft rear oil seal (1) onto the
guide.
3. Using Special Tools 8349 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer (2) and C-4171 Driver Handle (3), with a hammer, tap the seal (1) into place.