Genuine Toyota Solara Crankshaft Seal

Toyota Solara Crankshaft Seal Parts Questions & Answers

• Seal
  90080-31022
  Q: How do you replace the crankshaft and camshaft oil seals on V6 engine for Toyota Solara and 2002 through 2006 Toyota Avalon?

  A: To remove the crankshaft oil seal, remove the Timing Belt and sprocket. You can take out the old seal, clean the bore, and oil the seal. Use a seal driver tool for installation. Install the sprocket and belt, and check for leaks. For camshaft oil seals, remove the timing belt and sprocket. Also, remove the rear timing belt cover as well as the seal. Clean the bore, oil the new seal, and use a seal driver.
• Seal
  90311-42035
  Q: How to remove and replace the crankshaft front oil seal on V4 engine for 1997 through 2001 Toyota Solara and 1997 through 2001 Toyota Avalon?

  A: Remove the Timing Belt and crankshaft sprocket. Note how far the seal is recessed in the bore, then carefully pry it out of the oil pump housing with a screwdriver or seal removal tool. Wrap tape around the screwdriver lip and carefully work the crankshaft front oil seal out of the bore - DO NOT nick or scratch the crankshaft in the process! Avoid scratching the housing bore or damaging the crankshaft during this process. If the crankshaft is damaged, the new seal will end up leaking. The seal may be easier to remove if the old seal lip is cut with a sharp utility knife first. Clean the bore in the housing and coat the outer edge of the new seal with engine oil or multi-purpose grease. Apply multi-purpose grease to the seal lip. Using a socket with an outside diameter slightly smaller than the outside diameter of the seal, carefully drive the new seal into place with a hammer. Gently drive the new seal into place with the spring side installed into the engine. Ensure it is installed squarely and driven to the same depth as the original. If a socket is not available, a short section of large diameter pipe will also work. Check the seal after installation to ensure the spring did not pop out of place. Reinstall the crankshaft sprocket and timing belt. Run the engine and check for oil leaks at the front seal.
• Seal
  90080-31022
  Q: How to replace the front Crankshaft Seal on V4 engine for 2002 through 2008 Toyota Solara and 2002 through 2006 Toyota Avalon?

  A: Remove the Crankshaft Pulley. Note how the Crankshaft Seal is installed - the new one must be installed to the same depth and facing the same way. Carefully pry the oil seal out of the cover with a seal puller or a large screwdriver. Be very careful not to distort the cover or scratch the crankshaft! Wrap electrician's tape around the tip of the screwdriver to avoid damage to the crankshaft. Apply clean engine oil or multi-purpose grease to the outer edge of the new seal, then install it in the cover with the lip (spring side) facing in. Drive the seal into place with a seal driver or a large socket and a hammer. Make sure the seal enters the bore squarely and stop when the front face is at the proper depth. Check the surface on the pulley hub that the seal rides on. If the surface has been grooved from long-time contact with the seal, a press-on sleeve may be available to renew the sealing surface. This sleeve is pressed into place with a hammer and a block of wood and is commonly available at auto parts stores for various applications. Lubricate the pulley hub with clean engine oil and reinstall the crankshaft pulley. Install the crankshaft pulley retaining bolt and tighten it. The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal.
• Seal, Engine Rear Oil
  90080-31073
  Q: How to replace the rear main oil seal on V4 engine for 1997 through 2001 Toyota Solara and 1997 through 2001 Toyota Avalon?

  A: First of all, remove the transaxle when you are servicing the crankshaft seal. Another method that works involves removing the Oil Pan and sealing the retainer. Also, get rid of the old gasket material and the old seal. Install the new seal, lubricate the new seal, position a gasket on the engine block, and install the seal. Make sure the retainer bolts are secured and the retainer aligns with the block.
• Seal, Engine Rear Oil
  90311-89003
  Q: What are the steps involved in the installation process for the crankshaft seal on Toyota Solara and 1997 through 2001 Toyota Avalon?

  A: First of all, mount the crankshaft and main bearing caps, then place the new crankshaft seal in the retainer and bolt it to the block. Also, clean the retainer and then oil the seal's edge before driving it into place. Apply a new gasket with sealant, then gradually tighten the bolts.
• Seal, Engine Rear Oil
  90080-31073
  Q: How do you remove crankshaft and camshaft oil seals on V6 engine for Toyota Solara and 1997 through 2001 Toyota Avalon?

  A: To remove the crankshaft oil seal, begin by undoing the Timing Belt as well as the sprocket. Clean the bore, oil the new seal, and install it with a seal driver tool. For camshaft oil seals, remove the timing belt and sprocket(s). Discard the rear belt cover.
• Seal
  90311-42034
  Q: How to replace the rear main oil seal on V4 engine for 2002 through 2008 Toyota Solara and 2002 through 2006 Toyota Avalon?

  A: Remove the transmission and Flywheel. You can carefully pry out the Crankshaft Seal from the engine rear, noting its depth for new seal installation. Also, clean the seal bore thoroughly. Lubricate the new seal's outer diameter and install it over the crankshaft. Use a seal installation tool to press the new seal into place. Reinstall the flywheel and transmission.