Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Crankshaft Rear Seal

Special Tool(s)

Impact Slide Hammer 100-001 (T50T-100-A)
Remover, Crankshaft Rear Seal 303-519 (T95P-6701-EH)
Replacer, Rear Crankshaft Seal 303-516 (T95P-6701-BH)
Spacer, Rear Crank Seal Replacer 303-561 (T96T-6701-B)
Adapter, Crankshaft Rear Seal (Use only the adapter retaining bolts) 303-518 (T95P-6701-DH)
Adapter, Crankshaft Rear Seal (Use only the adapter and the center jack screw) 303-S560 (T96T-6701-A)

Material

Item Specification
SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153- H

Removal

1. Remove the flywheel or the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section.

2. Using the special tools, remove the crankshaft rear seal.

Crankshaft Rear Seal

Installation

1. Clean and inspect the mating surface.

2. NOTE: Lubricate the crankshaft rear seal lips with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Assemble the special tools and the crankshaft rear seal.

Crankshaft Rear Seal

3. Install the special tools on the rear of the crankshaft.

Crankshaft Rear Seal

4. Install the crankshaft rear seal. Tighten the center jack screw (303-S560) until the spacer (303- 561) contacts the engine block.

Crankshaft Rear Seal

5. Install the flywheel or the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate in this section.

    Flexplate
    Removal and Installation 1. Remove the transmission. 2. Remove the six bolts retaining the flexplate to crankshaft, and remove the flexplate. 3. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...

    Engine Support Insulators
    Special Tool(s) 3 Bar Engine Support Kit 303-F072 Engine Lift Bracket Set 303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or equivalent ...

    Other materials:

    Disassembly
    1. Remove the differential assembly from the differential housing. For additional information, refer to Differential Case in this section. 2. Remove the bolts. 3. CAUTION: Do not damage the threads in the bolt holes. Insert a punch in the bolt holes and d ...

    Inspection and Verification
    1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the active restraint system to duplicate the condition. 2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical or electrical concerns apply: Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical ...

    Cleaning the alloy wheels
    Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel covers. A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers. In order to maintain their condition: • Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge ...