300 SRT-8 V8-6.1L VIN W (2005)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
SEAL-CRANKSHAFT OIL-REAR
REMOVAL
NOTE: This procedure can be performed in vehicle.
1. If being performed in vehicle, remove the transmission.
2. Remove the flexplate.
NOTE: The crankshaft oil seal CAN NOT be reused after removal.
NOTE: The crankshaft rear oil seal remover Special Tool 8506 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 (1), remove the crankshaft rear oil seal (2).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: The rear seal must be installed dry for proper operation. Do not lubricate the seal lip or outer edge.
1. Position the plastic seal guide (2) onto the crankshaft rear face. Then position the crankshaft rear oil seal (3) onto the guide.
2. Using Special Tools 8349 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installer (1) and C-4171 Driver Handle, with a hammer, tap the seal (3) into place. Continue to
tap on the driver handle until the seal installer seats against the cylinder block crankshaft bore.