### Front Cover Oil Seal

#### REPLACEMENT

Fig. 1: Timing chain front cover oil seal installation

1. Install new rubber plugs in the cylinder head.
2. Install the oil pan.
3. Install the rocker arm cover.
4. Before installing the oil pump, place the gasket over the shaft and make sure the mark on the drive spindle faces (aligned) with the oil pump hole. Install the oil pump and distributor driving spindle into the front cover with a new gasket.
5. Install the crankshaft pulley and bolt. Torque the pulley bolt to 87–116 ft. lbs. (118–157 Nm).
6. Install the distributor and the spark plugs.
7. Install the compressor idler pulley. Install power steering pump brackets, idler pulley and power steering pump. Install the drive belts and adjust the tension.
8. Install the radiator shroud and the cooling fan.
9. Refill the cooling system and crankcase to the proper levels.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
11. Start the engine, check/set the ignition timing and check for engine leaks. Road test the vehicle for proper operation.
12. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
13. Remove the crankshaft pulley.
14. Using a suitable tool, pry the oil seal from the front cover.

    NOTE: When removing the oil seal, be careful not the gouge or scratch the seal bore or crankshaft surfaces.

15. Wipe the seal bore with a clean rag.
16. Lubricate the lip of the new seal with clean engine oil.
17. Install the seal into the front cover with a suitable seal installer.
18. Install the crankshaft pulley.
19. Connect the negative battery cable.