Monte Carlo V6-3.8L SC VIN 1 (2004)
Plastic inserts in the crankshaft rear oil seal housing are only used as an assembly aid and are not required for service.
5. Wipe a thin film of oil on both sides of the J 41349 to aid in installation and removal from the crankshaft.
6. Install the J 41349 over the crankshaft. Twisting or turning the J 41349 aids in sliding it completely over the crankshaft.
7. Place a straight edge on the cylinder block oil pan flange and the rear oil seal housing flange. Use a feeler gage to make sure that there is no more
than 0.1016 mm (0.004 inch) step (high or low) on each side. Rotate the crankshaft rear oil seal housing to get the step equal on each side, if
necessary. If the crankshaft rear oil seal housing can not be rotated to get the step within specification, replace the crankshaft rear oil seal housing.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
8. Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts.
8.1.
Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal housing bolts to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
8.2.
Use the J 45059 to rotate the crankcase rear oil seal housing bolts an additional 50 degrees.
9. Remove the J 41349.
10. Recheck the step height on each side to make sure that the crankshaft rear oil seal housing did not move while tightening the bolts. If the step
height is beyond specification, repeat steps 4 through 8 and measure again. If excessive clearance is still present, replace the crankshaft rear oil
seal housing.
11. Install the new crankshaft rear oil seal.
12. Install the oil pan.
13. Install the engine flywheel.
14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Fill the cooling system.
16. Fill the crankcase with engine oil.
17. Inspect for leaks.
