Mountaineer AWD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2002)
NOTE: If the rear crankshaft seal retaining plate is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned
with metal surface cleaner. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
NOTE: The silicone must be applied on the groove along the retainer plate.
Apply a 4 mm (0.16 inch) bead of silicone gasket and sealant around the rear oil seal retainer sealing surface.
3. Install the rear oil seal retainer and loosely install the six bolts.
4. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
5. NOTE: Lubricate the inner lip of the rear crankshaft seal with clean engine oil.
Use the two Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Installers to install the rear oil seal.