Workshop Manual

17.8 INSTALLATION OF THE CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL

Install as follows:

NOTE:

The standard size front seal has an inside diameter of 100 mm (3.937 in .).

NOTE:

Handle the new seal with care. Do not bend the seal lip; bending the lip will damage the

seal and cause it to l eak.

EYE INJURY

To avoid injury from ﬂying debris when using compressed

air, wear adeq uate eye p rotection (face shield or safety

goggles) and do not exceed 276 kPa (40 psi) air pressure.

1. Use air to clean the sealing surfaces on the cover and crankshaft.

NOTE:

Seal lip should face outward for proper installation.

NOTE:

For ease of installation into the front cover, apply a light coating of a soapy water solution

to the outer diameter (1) of the seal.

2. Install a new seal onto plastic seal installation tool.

NOTE:

The plastic seal installation too l is a one time use item; discard after using.

All information subject to change without notice.