Contour V6-153 2.5L DOHC (1996)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Rear Main Seal Removal Service Tip
Article No.
95-25-5
12/18/95
ENGINE - 2.5L/3.0L DURATEC ENGINES - REAR MAIN
SEAL REMOVAL - SERVICE TIP
FORD:
1995-96 CONTOUR
1996 TAURUS
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1995-96 MYSTIQUE
1996 SABLE
ISSUE:
The Rear Crankshaft Seal Removal Tool (T92C-6700-CH), which is currently released for use on 2.5L and 3.0L Duratec engines, must be properly
modified as outlined in the 1994-1/2 Essential Special Service Tool Instruction Manual to make sure that the tool functions without causing damage to
the crankshaft sealing surface. Failure to properly modify the tool, and not using the shim, will result in crankshaft damage and an inadequate repair.
ACTION:
Properly modify Rear Crankshaft Seal Removal Tool (T92C-6700-CH) and be sure it is used in conjunction with a 0.25 mm soft metal shim in
accordance with Service Manual procedures. Refer to the following Service Procedure for details.
NOTE:
TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE CRANKSHAFT SEALING SURFACE DURING SEAL REMOVAL, THE TOOL MUST ALSO BE USED
AS SPECIFIED IN THE SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURES, WHICH INCLUDES THE USE OF A 0.25 mm SOFT METAL SHIM (COPPER
IS PREFERRED) TO PROTECT THE CRANKSHAFT SEALING SURFACE AS THE TOOL IS INSERTED BETWEEN THE CRANKSHAFT
AND THE SEAL DURING REMOVAL.
CAUTION:
FOR 2.5L DURATEC ENGINES, REAR CRANK SEAL REMOVER T95P-6701-EH (THE PREFERRED TOOL) MAY BE USED IN PLACE OF
T92C-6700-CH. T95P-6701-EH WILL NOT WORK ON 3.0L DURATEC APPLICATIONS BECAUSE OF INSUFFICIENT TOOL
CLEARANCE OVER THE AX4N PILOT BUSHING.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE:
FOR 2.5L DURATEC ENGINES, BE SURE THE CRANKSHAFT REAR SEALING SURFACE IS CLEAN AND FREE OF ANY RUST OR
CORROSION PRIOR TO USING REAR CRANK SEAL REMOVER T95P-6701-EH. TO CLEAN THE CRANKSHAFT REAR SEALING
SURFACE, USE EXTRA-FINE EMERY CLOTH OR EXTRA-FINE 0000 STEEL WOOL WITH METAL SURFACE CLEANER
F4AZ-19A536-RA.
1.
For rear main seal removal on 2.5L and 3.0L Duratec engines when Rear Main Seal Remover T92C-6700-CH is used, refer to Steps 1a through
1c.