Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.0L VIN 3 (1999)
Camshaft Oil Seal: Service and Repair
CAMSHAFT END SEAL (PLUG)-IN VEHICLE SERVICE
1. Remove air cleaner assembly from engine.
2. Use a small punch and a hammer, carefully remove cam plug from cylinder head.
3. Clean the area of the cylinder head where the new cam plug will be installed.
4. Apply a light coating of Mopar(R) Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant to the outer diameter of the NEW cam plug.
5. Using a suitable installing tool and a hammer, install the new cam plug to a depth of 0.5 mm (0.020 inch) below the surface of the cylinder head.
6. Replace air cleaner assembly.
CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL PLUG-OUT OF VEHICLE SERVICE
1. Apply light coat of engine oil to the camshaft oil seal lip.
Camshaft Oil Seal-Installation
2. Install the oil seal using camshaft oil seal installer tool MD-998713.
CAMSHAFT END SEAL (PLUG) SERVICE-OUT OF VEHICLE SERVICE
Camshaft End Seal Plug-Installation
Install end seal plug with Special Tool MD-998306.
