Front Crankshaft Seal — Removal and Installation (Defender 2007+)

Special tool(s)

Front Oil Seal Remover/Installer 303-679 (21-238)

Removal

1. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery.

For more information, refer to the chapter: Disconnecting and connecting the battery (414-01 Battery, Battery Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

2. Remove the crankshaft pulley.

For more information, refer to the chapter: Crankshaft Bearings (303-01 Engine - Diesel engine ID4 2.4L, On-car repair).

3. Using the special tool, remove the front crankshaft seal and discard it.

Installation

1.

NOTE: Clean the contact surfaces of the elements.

NOTE: Install a new front crankshaft oil seal.

NOTE: The new front crankshaft oil seal is supplied with a locating sleeve that must be removed during installation.

Using the special tool, install the crankshaft front oil seal.



2. Install the crankshaft pulley.

For more information, refer to the chapter: Crankshaft Pulley (303-01 Engine - Diesel engine ID4 2.4L, On-car repair).

3. Connect the ground wire to the battery.

For more information, refer to the chapter: Connecting the Battery (414-01 Battery, Battery Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).