Cabriolet V6-2.8L (AFC) (1995)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
FRONT (CAMSHAFT DRIVE BELT SIDE)
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Remove toothed belt, refer to Timing Components, Timing Belt, Service and Repair See: Timing Components/Toothed Belt/Service and Repair
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Remove toothed belt sprocket from crankshaft.
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Pull out oil seal using seal remover 3203.
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Clean running and sealing surfaces.
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Lightly lubricate sealing lip and outer edge of seal with engine oil before pressing in.
NOTE:
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The seal design has a pump function that moves oil back into the housing.
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Using grease to lubricate the seal can defeat this function, causing oil leakage.
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Use engine oil only.
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Slide oil seal over installing sleeve 3202 (not shown).
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Press in oil seal flush with housing, using seal installer 3265 and crankshaft center bolt.