1997 Ford Aerostar Repair Question
Topics covered: Transmission, Crankshaft, Clutch.
Mileage: 20,045 miles.
Mileage: 20,045 miles.
Asked on December 1, 2011
Replace rear oil seal on a1997 ford 3.0 v6
I want to know how to replace a rear oil seal on a 1997 ford areostar 3.0 v6
Answer
Replied on December 1, 2011
REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL
Removal & Installation
Remove transmission. See TRANSMISSION REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article in TRANSMISSION SERVICING. Remove clutch assembly (if equipped). Remove flywheel/flexplate. Using a slide
hammer, remove rear oil seal. DO NOT damage crankshaft sealing surface. Coat seal surfaces with heavy SF engine oil. Using Rear Main Seal Installer (T88L 6701 A), install seal until firmly seated. To complete