Savana 3500 V8-4.8L (2009)
Important: Note the installation direction of the oil seal. The new design oil seal is a reverse lip type seal. For proper orientation, THIS
SIDE OUT has been marked on the seal.
1. Lubricate the outside diameter (OD) of the oil seal with clean engine oil.
2. Inspect the seal and identify the THIS SIDE OUT markings for proper orientation.
3. Lubricate the rear housing oil seal bore with clean engine oil.
4. Install the J 41479 tapered cone (2) and bolts onto the rear of the crankshaft.
5. Tighten the bolts until snug. Do not overtighten.
6. Install the rear oil seal onto the tapered cone (2) and push the seal to the rear cover bore. Install the oil seal with the markings THIS SIDE OUT
facing away from the engine.
7. Thread the J 41479 threaded rod into the tapered cone until the tool (1) contacts the oil seal.
8. Align the oil seal into the tool (1).
9. Rotate the handle of the tool (1) clockwise until the seal enters the rear cover and bottoms into the cover bore.
10. Remove the J 41479 .
11. Install the automatic transmission flex plate. Refer to Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Flex
Plate/Service and Repair).
