FX50 AWD V8-5.0L (VK50VE) (2009)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
OIL SEAL
FRONT OIL SEAL : Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove the following parts:
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Engine undercover with power tool.
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Drive belts: Refer to See: Drive Belts, Mounts, Brackets and Accessories/Drive Belt/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Exploded
View.
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Cooling fan assembly: Refer to See: Cooling System/Radiator/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Exploded View.
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Front cross bar: Refer to See: Steering and Suspension/Suspension/Control Arm/Service and Repair/Upper Link/Exploded View.
2. Remove crankshaft pulley as per the following:
a. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to See: Engine Lubrication/Oil Pan/Service and Repair/Oil Pan (Lower) and Oil Strainer/Exploded View.
b. Set the ring gear stopper [SST: KV10119200 (J-49277)] (A) as shown in the figure.
c. Loosen crankshaft pulley bolt, and then pull crankshaft pulley with both hands to remove it.
CAUTION:
Never remove crankshaft pulley bolt. Keep loosened crankshaft pulley bolt in place to protect removed crankshaft pulley from dropping.
3. Remove front oil seal using a suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage front cover and crankshaft.
INSTALLATION
1. Install front oil seal on front cover.