Windstar V6-3.8L VIN 4 (1997)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
NOTE: A one-piece crankshaft rear oil seal is used on this engine.
REMOVAL
1. Using a sharp awl punch one hole into the crankshaft rear OK seal metal surface between lip and block.
CAUTION: Avoid scratching or damaging oil seal surface or possible engine oil leakage may occur.
2. Screw in the threaded end of Jet Plug Remover T77L-9533-B. Use the Jet Plug Remover to remove crankshaft rear oil seal.
INSTALLATION
1. Position crankshaft rear oil seal on Rear Main Seal Replacer T82L-6701-A. Position tool and crankshaft rear oil seal to rear of engine.
2. Alternate bolt tightening, to seat the crankshaft rear oil seal properly. (Two bolts are supplied with tool T82L-6701-A. Engine flywheel bolts may
be used if necessary.)