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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2004 🢒 ION 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.0L (LSJ) 🢒 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement

Tools Required

J 42067 Rear Main Seal Installer

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 412117 Size: SH
  2. Remove the flywheel.

    3. Important: Do not damage the outside diameter of the crankshaft or chamber with any tool.


    Object Number: 406046 Size: SH
  3. Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal with a flat-bladed tool.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 412495 Size: SH
  1. Use the J 42067 and install the seal.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 412117 Size: SH
  2. Install the flywheel.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the flywheel bolts to 53 N·m (39 lb ft) plus 25 degrees.

  3. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .