Volvo Penta — Crankshaft seal, rear, changing
Repair & overhaul · rear crankshaft seal
From a Volvo Penta service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Procedure
- Remove seal and screws from tool.
- Drill two 4 mm holes in seal metal edge using tool locating holes as template.
- Spread sealant 1161231-4 on outer surface of new seal and oil seal lip.
- Screw two self-tapping screws M5x35 in seal through tool.
- Fit two M10x60 screws in tool threaded holes and withdraw seal.
- Clean seal place in flywheel housing and seal face.
- Fit tool 9998238 in new seal by turning while pressing inward.
- Carefully tap new seal with tool 9998238 and handle 9992000 until tool bottoms against flywheel housing.
Tools required
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Source: Volvo Penta service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.