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Front Cover Oil Seal Replacement

TOOLS REQUIRED:  SA9104E Front Crank Seal Replacer

  1. Using a punch or a screwdriver, knock out the oil seal.
    1. Clean the seal bore and oil drain back passage.
    2. Make sure the oil drain back passage is free of RTV and debris.
      Fig 1: Knocking Out The Oil Seal
      G01068336Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install oil seal:
    1. Using Front Crank Seal Replacer SA9104E and an arbor press, install a new oil seal. Never tap on the seal or seal installer with a hammer.
    2. Apply a thin film of oil to the new seal lip.
      Fig 2: Installing A New Oil Seal
      G01068337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.