Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1)

Single Use Fasteners and Components Accessory Drive Auxiliary Belt Accessory Drive Primary Belt Crankshaft Balancer Bolt Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Special Tools EN-956-1 Extension Bar EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer EN-41665-A Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer EN-41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover EN-44226-5 Crankshaft Protector EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer EN-51096 Seal Remover EN-51767-2 Universal Stretchy Belt Installer EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer with Shaft Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 1

3. Front Bumper Fascia Skid Plate Bolt (1) » Remove [4x]
4. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Remove [4x]

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 2

5. Underbody Splash Shield (1) » Remove

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6. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Remove [2x]
7. Underbody Skid Shield (3) » Remove

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 4

Note

The accessory drive primary belt is not reusable. Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

8. Using a suitable tool, cut the accessory drive primary belt (1).
9. Accessory Drive Primary Belt (1) » Remove and DISCARD

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Note

The accessory drive auxiliary belt is not reusable.

10. Using a suitable tool, cut the accessory drive auxiliary belt (1).
11. Accessory Drive Auxiliary Belt (1) » Remove and DISCARD

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 6

Note

The balancer holding kit (4) should be assembled as it is installed on the crankshaft balancer (2). Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

12. Install the EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit (4) and the EN-956-1 Extension Bar (3) to the crankshaft balancer (2).
13. Hold the EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit (4) with the EN-956-1 Extension Bar (3) and remove and DISCARD the crankshaft balancer bolt (1).
14. Remove the EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit (4) and the EN-956-1 Extension Bar (3) from the crankshaft balancer (2).

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15. Install the EN-41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover (1) and the EN-44226-5 Crankshaft Protector (3) to the crankshaft balancer (2).

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16. Using the EN-41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover (1) with the EN-44226-5 Crankshaft Protector (2) remove crankshaft balancer (3) from the crankshaft.
17. Remove the EN-41816-A Crankshaft Balancer Remover (1) and the EN-44226-5 Crankshaft Protector (2) from the crankshaft balancer (3).

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 9

18. Install the EN-51096 Seal Remover (2) to the GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer with Shaft (1).

Note

EN-51096 Crankshaft Seal Remover (2) has two ends. The end with the larger bend will be used to remove the crankshaft front oil seal (3).

19. Slide the large bend of the EN-51096 Seal Remover (2) between the lip of the crankshaft front oil seal and crankshaft. Ensure that the larger bend of the EN-51096 Crankshaft Seal Remover (2) engages the rear side of the crankshaft front oil seal (3).
20. Using the EN-51096 Seal Remover (2) and the GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer with Shaft (1) remove the crankshaft front oil seal (3).

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21. Crankshaft Front Oil Seal (1) » Remove and DISCARD Cleaning and Inspection Procedure

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 11

Note

The following cleaning and inspection and/or overhaul steps are ONLY to be performed as determined necessary based on the condition of the part being removed with the intention of reinstallation. The labor time to perform any of these steps is not included in the base labor time and if required would need to be documented and submitted as Other Labor Hours for warranty claim reimbursement. A description of the repairs performed must be documented in the technician correction comments.

1. Clean the crankshaft balancer in solvent.
2. Clean the belt grooves of all dirt or debris with a wire brush.
3. Dry the crankshaft balancer with compressed air.
4. Inspect the crankshaft balancer for the following conditions: Worn, grooved, or damaged hub seal surface A crankshaft balancer hub seal surface (2) with excessive scoring, grooves, rust or other damage must be replaced. Minor imperfections on the hub seal surface (2) may be removed with polishing compound or fine grade emery cloth.

Note

In order for the belt to track properly, the belt grooves should be free of all dirt or debris. Dirty or damaged belt grooves (1) The balancer belt grooves (1) should be free of any nicks, gouges, or other damage that may not allow the belt to track properly. Minor imperfections may be removed with a fine file. Worn, chunking, or deteriorated rubber between the hub and pulley. Installation Procedure

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 12

Note

For proper orientation, note the installation direction of the crankshaft front oil seal. The crankshaft front oil seal is a reverse-lip design. Install with “THIS SIDE OUT” displayed as shown. Do NOT lubricate the crankshaft front oil seal sealing surface.

1. Install the EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (1) to the EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (2).
2. Install the NEW crankshaft front oil seal (3) with “THIS SIDE OUT” facing away from the engine to the EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (2).
3. Install the EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (1) and the EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (2) into the crankshaft.
4. Rotate the EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (2) clockwise until the NEW crankshaft front oil seal (3) enters the engine front cover and seats into the bottom of the engine front cover.
5. Remove the EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (1) and the EN-51091 Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (2) from the crankshaft and engine front cover.
6. Inspect the crankshaft front oil seal for proper installation. The crankshaft front oil seal should be installed evenly and completely into the engine front cover.

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 13

7. Crankshaft Balancer (1) » Loosely install

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 14

8. Install the EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (3) and the EN-41665-A Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer (2) to the crankshaft.
9. Using the EN-41665-A Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer (2) properly seat the crankshaft balancer (1).
10. Remove the EN-41478-A Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Installer (3) and the EN-41665-A Crankshaft Balancer and Sprocket Installer (2).

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 15

Note

The balancer holding kit (1) should be assembled as it is installed on the crankshaft balancer (3). Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

11. Install the EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit (1) and the EN-956-1 Extension Bar (2) to the crankshaft balancer (3).

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 16

Caution

Refer to Fastener Caution.

12. Crankshaft Balancer Bolt (1) » Install NEW and tighten — Fastener Specifications
13. Remove the EN-52287 Balancer Holding Kit (3) and the EN-956-1 Extension Bar (4) from the crankshaft balancer (2).

Note

The OEM replacement stretchy accessory drive auxiliary belt is packaged with a disposable installation tool and installation instructions. Some components not shown for graphic clarity.

14. Install the accessory drive auxiliary belt following the instructions included with the accessory drive auxiliary belt.

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15. Inspect the accessory drive auxiliary belt (1) for proper installation and alignment.

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16. Rotate the crankshaft balancer (1) an additional 360 degrees to ensure proper accessory drive auxiliary belt installation.

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 19

17. Position the accessory drive primary belt (4) on the belt idler pulley (2), fan and water pump pulley (3) and generator (1).

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18. Install the EN-51767-2 Universal Stretchy Belt Installer (1) onto the crankshaft balancer.

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19. Position the accessory drive primary belt (2) on the crankshaft balancer.
20. Slowly rotate the crankshaft balancer in a clockwise direction until the accessory drive primary belt (2) fully seats on the crankshaft balancer.
21. Remove the EN-51767-2 Universal Stretchy Belt Installer (1) from the crankshaft balancer.

Crankshaft Front Oil Seal Replacement (with RC1) — figure 22

22. Inspect the accessory drive primary belt (1) for proper installation and alignment.

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23. Rotate the crankshaft balancer (1) and additional 360 degrees to ensure proper accessory drive primary belt installation.

24. Underbody Skid Shield (3) » Install

25. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

26. Underbody Splash Shield (1) » Install

27. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [4x]

28. Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) » Install and tighten [4x] — Fastener Specifications

29. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.

30. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

31. Perform the crankshaft position variation learn procedure. Crankshaft Position Variation Learn