Impala V8-5.3L (2008)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
Special Tools
*
J 41479 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer
*
J 41479-2A Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installation Guide
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the engine flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Flex Plate/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove and discard the crankshaft rear oil seal (141).
Installation Procedure
Important: For proper orientation, note the installation direction of the oil seal. The oil seal is a reverse-lip design. The part number is
applied to the outside face of the seal, as shown.
1. Inspect the seal and identify the part number markings for proper orientation.
