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MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)05 · Engine (K Series)
05 · Engine

Crankshaft rear oil seal (page 2 of 2)

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Repairs
Engine (K Series)Crankshaft rear oil seal · page 2 of 2

Refit

  1. Remove all traces of oil and sealant from cylinder block, oil seal recess and running surface of crankshaft.
Remove all traces of oil and sealant from cylinder block, oil seal recess and running surf
  1. Apply a continuous bead of sealant, Part No. GAC 8000 to replacement oil seal as shown.

CAUTION: Do not apply oil or grease to any part of oil seal or running surface of crankshaft. Seal must be fitted immediately after applying sealant.

Apply a continuous bead of sealant, Part No. GAC 8000 to replacement oil seal as shown.
  1. Position oil seal to cylinder block and fit oil seal replacer tool 18G 1574, retain tool using 3 slave bolts.
  2. Evenly tighten oil seal replacer bolts to press oil seal squarely into cylinder block.
  3. Leave oil seal replacer tool and oil seal in clamped position for one minute to allow oil seal to relax.
  4. Remove oil seal replacer tool.
  5. Allow sealant to cure for a minimum of 30 minutes before topping-up oil or rotating crankshaft.
  6. Fit flywheel. See this section.

Parts & tools for this job For 2002 MG TF

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