2007 Wrangler JK Factory Service Manual 9 - ENGINE

SEAL-CRANKSHAFT OIL - REAR

DESCRIPTION



The rear crankshaft seal consists of a seal and a seal carrier (1). The rear seal is inserted into the carrier. Once assembled the rear main seal assembly should not be separated to reduce the possibility of damage to the internal rear seal lip.

REMOVAL



This must be done with either the engine or transmission removed from vehicle.


1. Remove flywheel assembly.
2. Pry out old crankshaft oil seal.

INSTALLATION




1. Using special tool VM. 9990, install rear crankshaft oil seal into the rear main seal carrier (1).
2. Using special tool VM 9990 install the rear main seal carrier onto the engine block.
3. Install the upper oil pan.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL)
4. Install the lower oil pan. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL)
5. Install engine or transmission in vehicle.