How should both halves of the rear crankshaft seal be replaced in V8 engine on Chevrolet Caprice?

Always replace both halves of the rear Crankshaft Seal as a unit. While replacing this seal is much easier with the engine removed, it can also be done with the engine in place. Begin by removing the oil pan and oil pump, followed by the rear main bearing cap. Use a screwdriver to pry the lower half of the seal from the bearing cap. For the upper half, utilize a small hammer and a brass pin punch to roll the seal around the crankshaft journal, tapping one end until the other end protrudes enough to pull it out with pliers. Clean all sealant and foreign material from the cylinder bearing cap and case without using abrasive cleaners, and inspect components for nicks, scratches, or burrs at sealing surfaces. Coat the seal lips of the new seal with light engine oil, avoiding oil on the mating ends. A small plastic installation tool should be included with the new seal; if not, create one by cutting an old feeler gauge blade. Position the narrow end of the installation tool between the crankshaft and the seal seat to protect the new seal from damage. Raise the new upper half of the seal into position with the seal lips facing the front of the engine, pushing it onto its seat while using the installation tool for protection. Roll the seal around the crankshaft, using the tool as a protector, and once both ends are flush with the engine block, carefully remove the installation tool without withdrawing the seal. Install the lower half of the Crankshaft Seal to the bearing cap, again using the installation tool for protection, ensuring the seal is firmly seated before withdrawing the tool. Apply a bit of sealant on the bearing cap areas adjacent to the seal ends, then install the bearing cap with the seal and torque the attaching bolts to about 10-12 ft-lb. Finally, tap the end of the crankshaft rearward and then forward to align the thrust surfaces, and re-torque the bearing cap bolts to the proper specification.

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Chevrolet Caprice Crankshaft Seal

The Crankshaft Seal in Chevrolet Caprice Auto mobile is rubber product placed in front of the engine to stop oil from spilling over from the crankcase. Usually made of metal and rubber this round seal has the essential function to provide lubrication to the engine to lessen the friction that causes wear on the engine. There is likely have been several types of Crankshaft Seal used over the years for the Chevrolet Caprice, though their basic purpose would be the same for any of them. The symptoms of a bad Crankshaft Seal are oil leakages and poor performance of the car especially if the car is old which means if the Crankshaft Seal is to be effective for further use it might have to be replaced.

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Q: How should both halves of the rear crankshaft seal be replaced in V8 engine on Chevrolet Caprice?
A:
Always replace both halves of the rear Crankshaft Seal as a unit. While replacing this seal is much easier with the engine removed, it can also be done with the engine in place. Begin by removing the oil pan and Oil Pump, followed by the rear main bearing cap. Use a screwdriver to pry the lower half of the seal from the bearing cap. For the upper half, utilize a small hammer and a brass pin punch to roll the seal around the crankshaft journal, tapping one end until the other end protrudes enough to pull it out with pliers. Clean all sealant and foreign material from the cylinder bearing cap and case without using abrasive cleaners, and inspect components for nicks, scratches, or burrs at sealing surfaces. Coat the seal lips of the new seal with light engine oil, avoiding oil on the mating ends. A small plastic installation tool should be included with the new seal; if not, create one by cutting an old feeler gauge blade. Position the narrow end of the installation tool between the crankshaft and the seal seat to protect the new seal from damage. Raise the new upper half of the seal into position with the seal lips facing the front of the engine, pushing it onto its seat while using the installation tool for protection. Roll the seal around the crankshaft, using the tool as a protector, and once both ends are flush with the engine block, carefully remove the installation tool without withdrawing the seal. Install the lower half of the Crankshaft Seal to the bearing cap, again using the installation tool for protection, ensuring the seal is firmly seated before withdrawing the tool. Apply a bit of sealant on the bearing cap areas adjacent to the seal ends, then install the bearing cap with the seal and torque the attaching bolts to about 10-12 ft-lb. Finally, tap the end of the crankshaft rearward and then forward to align the thrust surfaces, and re-torque the bearing cap bolts to the proper specification.

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