Ford Transit Front Crank Seal Change (EASY WAY)

How to replace a front crank seal on a Ford transit, applies to Transit's made from 2000 - 2015.
Crank Seal Removal & Installation Tool
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Crankshaft Holding Tool
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This video was created for informational and educational purposes only. I cannot guarantee against the improper use or unauthorised modifications of this information. No liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video is assumed. Use this information at your own risk. I recommend safe practices when working on any vehicles and with tools seen or implied in this video. You are using the information and automotive parts shown in this video solely at your own risk. It is not intended to be a substitute for the professional advice of a service centre or mechanic.

[@seanmccaffrey6378]

Good video! I just put mine in top gear with the handbrake on to get the crank pulley bolts out.

[@AutoBuddynz]

Thanks for the info!

[@vincemarshall8550]

how about getting them back in?

[@seanmccaffrey6378]

@@vincemarshall8550 exactly the same, good luck

[@user-xt1xt4nz1s]

This was very helpful, thanks.

[@AutoBuddynz]

Thanks for the support!

[@murraya007able]

Just did mine but you dont have to remove the top cover or fan,just remove bottom plastic and everything can be done from underneath,the tensioner can be moved easily from the top with a long power bar,hope this helps only took 30mins my way

[@AutoBuddynz]

Yes it can do done that way, but I did it more as a basic video. So if this is someones first time doing it, you get more space and less chance of damaging the fan etc. Thanks for the input.

[@peterrussell8353]

Hello! Quick question on this video. I have 2015 Transit 150 with the 3.7L V6. I have a mechanic claiming that the front crankshaft is connected to the timing, so you have to hold the timing when replacing the seal. Can you confirm the engine size in this vehicle and whether that sounds correct to you? Thanks so much for making these

[@AutoBuddynz]

Hi the crankshaft is part of the timing of the camshaft. This is a 2.4l diesel engine 4 cylinder. Do you know the code of your engine?

[@Stephend161]

can you confirm did you need to rotate the old seal anti clockwise to release it from the block and then the new seal clockwise to lock it back in to place on the block..
i see you used a tool and i am curious to know if that tool was used to rotate the seal to unlock and lock the old/new seal ....not the pully but the seal...
thanks

[@AutoBuddynz]

Yes that is correct, the tool is required to remove the old seal and re-install the new one.

[@AutoBuddynz]

Once rotated with the tool, you will need to pry it out, using a screwdriver or some pliers. Watch from 8:50mins in the video

[@lukesancasciani]

Its a shame you didn't show the torque involved of getting to 120 degrees. I'm assuming you had a solid breaker bar? Could you share some information as they extremely tight bolts, thanks

[@AutoBuddynz]

Its a lot of torque required to stretch these bolts. So you are correct in saying the are extremely tight. Unfortunately i can only provide and show what the factory service manual states.

[@stevenblack9644]

Can this tool be purchased?

[@AutoBuddynz]

Yeap:
www.lasertools.co.uk/Product/6191/Front-Crankshaft-Oil-Seal-Fitting-Tools-for-Ford-JLR

[@vincemarshall8550]

them 3 crank bolts can only be used 3 times according to ford ,must admit i,m not into all this disposable nuts and bolts money shedding crap

[@AutoBuddynz]

Agreed, they should have also provided a final torque setting. Most of the time you can't reuse the old bolts as they rust badly, just not worth the risk.