Fusion AWD L4-2.3L (2008)
Lower End Components - Exploded View, Flexplate, Flywheel and Crankshaft Rear Seal (Part 2)
Special Tool(s)
Material
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the flexplate or flywheel.
3. Drain the engine oil.
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Install the drain plug.
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Tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
4. CAUTION: If the oil pan is not removed, damage to the rear oil seal retainer joint can occur.
Remove the 17 bolts and the oil pan.
5. Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate.
Installation
1. Using the special tool, position the crankshaft rear oil seal with retainer plate onto the crankshaft.