Century V6-3.1L VIN J (2005)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 346B6 Rear Main Seal Installer
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the engine flywheel.
Important: Do not nick the crankshaft sealing surface when removing the seal.
2. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.
2.1.
Insert a flat-bladed tool or similar tool through the dust lip at an angle.
2.2.
Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal out by moving the handle of the tool towards the end of the crankshaft.
2.3.
Repeat as necessary around the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Installation Procedure
1. Entirely coat the new crankshaft rear oil seal with engine oil.
2. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal onto the J 34686.
3. Install the J 34686 onto the rear of the crankshaft. Hand tighten the screws in order to ensure the seal will be installed squarely over the crankshaft.
4. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal to the crankshaft.
5. Tighten the wing nut on the J 34686 until it bottoms.
6. Remove the J 346B6 from the crankshaft.
7. Install the engine flywheel.
