OEM 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Crankshaft Seal

2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Crankshaft Seal Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to Service and Repair a Front Crankshaft Seal on 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser?

  A: The first step to handle front crankshaft seal service or repair is to use Special Tool 1026 and Insert 6827-A to take out the crankshaft damper. Take the timing belt off, then disconnect the crankshaft sprocket from Special Tool 6793 and insert C-4685-C2 to make sure not to damage the surface or seal hold. Once you have that area painted, replace the front crankshaft oil seal using Tool 6771 and paying attention not to harm the cover mating surface with the seal. With Special Tool 6780, set the new seal into the opening sloping it in, with the seal spring directing inside the engine. Installing the crankshaft sprocket with Special Tool 6792 is the first step, after which you will install the timing belt. Lastly, put the thrust bearing/washer and a 12M 1.75 x 150 mm bolt from Special Tool 6792 into the crankshaft damper and tighten the bolt to 142 Nm (105 ft. lbs.) Final tightening.