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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1987CUTLASS CIERA BASE, 2.5 RLABOR TIMESENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALCRANKSHAFT MAIN OIL SEALREMOVE & REPLACE
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Base, 2.5 R
Crankshaft Main Oil Seal: Remove & Replace
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Base, 2.5 RSECTION Remove & Replace
Includes: Pack and add only for Upper Rope Seal. If necessary to replace Upper Rope Seal, use Crankshaft - R&R.
NOTE: The manufacturer has determined that replacement rope and split lip type seals may be ineffective in early 1.8L, 2.0L Four and 2.8L V6 engines. Please read tariff notes carefully.
| Applies To | Note | Standard Hours | Warranty Hours | Skill Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-Line4, Rear | Includes: R&I Transmission Assembly. | 6.7 | B | |
| Additional Procedure: CRANKSHAFT MAIN OIL SEAL: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Where Air Cond interferes add | 0.5 | B | ||
| Where Cruise Control interferes add | 0.2 | B | ||
| Where Elect Eng System interferes add | 0.5 | B | ||
| Where Pwr Strg Interferes add | 0.2 | B | ||
| Combination Procedure: MAIN BEARING: Remove & Replace: | ||||
| Rear | 0.4 | A | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.