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Black Top rear crank seal refit tips?
cortez - 18/10/14 at 10:28 PM

I've got my engine out to fit a dust plate. In the process of fitting the plate, I've discovered an oil leak that was either coming from the sump or crank seal.

Dropped the sump off and the seal has some damage, which I'm replacing.

Thought, whilst I have the clutch apart, I should fit a new crank seal anyway.

Thing is............................I've never tackled a seal this big! Any advice for a person that doesn't want to have to buy special tools for just the one job, again!

Thanks guys.

rusty nuts - 19/10/14 at 08:30 AM

Some modern crankshaft oil seals come with a plastic sleeve to help with fitting over the end of the crank, not sure if the Zetec is one of them . When fitting lubricate the end of the crank and inside the seal , locate the seal over the end off the crank with the sleeve if supplied inside then gently tap the seal into place evenly. If a sleeve isn't supplied it may be possible to buy one cheaply?

Dusty - 19/10/14 at 11:03 AM

Zetec seal is supplied by ford with a sleeve for fitting. Trying to fit without the sleeve is not easy. With, it's a doddle.

cortez - 19/10/14 at 12:48 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Dusty
Zetec seal is supplied by ford with a sleeve for fitting. Trying to fit without the sleeve is not easy. With, it's a doddle.

Thanks guys.....................Any idea of the best place to get a genuine Ford seal with sleeve?

Paul Turner - 19/10/14 at 06:03 PM

quote:
Originally posted by cortez
[.Any idea of the best place to get a genuine Ford seal with sleeve?


Quite possibly Ford may sell them.

When I replaced a Silvertop one (which is the same part as far as I am aware) it was genuine Ford but did not come with a sleeve. Made one from some stout plastic, a large drinks bottle will do the job.

Don't forget a new gasket, that was an extra bit as well.