For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 29184 Oil Seal Installer

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.
2. Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement.

Important: DO NOT damage the sealing surfaces of the front cover or the crankshaft when prying the crankshaft front oil seal for removal. Damaging the sealing surface may cause leakage or require replacement of the damaged component.

3. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to remove the crankshaft oil seal (1).

### Installation Procedure

Important: DO NOT lubricate the crankshaft front oil seal or the crankshaft balancer sealing surfaces.

1. Use the J 29184 (1) or equivalent to install the crankshaft front oil seal (2).
2. Install the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Installation.
3. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement.