How do you remove and install the front crankshaft seal in 2.7L V6 engine on Dodge Challenger?

The crankshaft pulley bolt has to be loosened and the pulley can then be slid off the engine. Gradually remove the seal from the cover using a seal removing tool or a large screwdriver being keen not to scratch the seal bore or the cranks shaft. It is also prohibited to scratch or gouge the area of the sealing component or to distort it in any way since that would lead to an oil leak. Remove the debris of the old seal and corrosion from the bore before placing the new seal in the bore with the inward facing side being on the side that has the spring. A small quantity of oil can be put at the outer ring of the new seal for easy fitting but should not be excessive. Screw the seal into the bore using a seal driver or a large socket and hammer to the extent that the selected socket diameter is equal to the outside diameter of the seal and the new seal is pressed into the cover flange. Grease the seal lips with the engine oil and replace the crankshaft pulley. The other steps of installation are the reverse of those of removal. After the installation has been done the engine should be turned on to see if there is any sign of oil leakage.

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Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Retainer
Part Number: 53021335AE
$95.68 MSRP: $142.00
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- Other Name: RETAINER Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Not Included With Long Block Engine Install Kit; Rear Main Seal, Rear Main Seal Retainer
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 68060342AA, 53021335AD, 53021335AC, 5140028AA, 53021335BA, 53021338AB, 68017721AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2023 Dodge Challenger | R/T, R/T 392 RWD, R/T RWD, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack RWD, SRT, SRT 392, SRT 392 RWD, SRT Core, SRT Demon RWD, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat RWD, SRT8, SRT8 Core, SXT, SXT Plus | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.1L, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2L, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4L
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Dodge Challenger RETAINER-CRANKSHAFT Rear Oil
Part Number: 4663870AB
$115.88 MSRP: $174.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER And Seal Crankshaft Rear Oil
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 4663870AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE | 6 Cyl 3.5L
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Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Oil Seal
Part Number: 68079589AA
$19.81 MSRP: $28.35
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Seal Crankshaft Oil Front
- Replaces: 5184541AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2023 Dodge Challenger | GT AWD, GT RWD, R/T, R/T 392 RWD, R/T RWD, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack RWD, SE, SRT, SRT 392, SRT 392 RWD, SRT Core, SRT Hellcat RWD, SRT8, SRT8 Core, SXT, SXT AWD, SXT Plus, SXT RWD | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Oil Seal
Part Number: 53021585AD
$25.63 MSRP: $36.70
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Seal Crankshaft Oil Front
- Replaces: 53021585AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2023 Dodge Challenger | R/T, R/T 392 RWD, R/T RWD, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack RWD, SRT, SRT 392, SRT 392 RWD, SRT Core, SRT Demon RWD, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat RWD, SRT8, SRT8 Core, SXT, SXT Plus | 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.1L, 8 Cyl 6.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.2L, 8 Cyl 6.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4L
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Dodge Challenger Cover-CRANKSHAFT Rear Oil
Part Number: 68223854AA
$99.00 MSRP: $147.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER And Seal Crankshaft Rear Oil; Rear Main Seal Retainer
- Replaces: 68078786AA, 5184285AG, 68152024AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2023 Dodge Challenger | GT AWD, GT RWD, R/T, R/T 392 RWD, R/T RWD, R/T Scat Pack, R/T Scat Pack RWD, SE, SRT, SRT 392, SRT 392 RWD, SRT Core, SRT Hellcat RWD, SRT8, SRT8 Core, SXT, SXT AWD, SXT Plus, SXT RWD | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Oil Seal
Part Number: 4792317AB
$14.51 MSRP: $26.70
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Seal Crankshaft Oil Front
- Replaces: 4273275, 4792317
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE | 6 Cyl 3.5L
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Dodge Challenger Cover-CRANKSHAFT Rear Oil
Part Number: 68078786AA
$99.00 MSRP: $147.00
You Save: $48.00 (33%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER And Seal Crankshaft Rear Oil
- Replaced by: 68223854AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE, SRT, SRT Core | 6 Cyl 3.6L
- 2011-2012 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE, SRT8 | 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Dodge Challenger Cover-CRANKSHAFT Rear Oil
Part Number: 5184285AG
$99.00 MSRP: $147.00
You Save: $48.00 (33%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER And Seal Crankshaft Rear Oil
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: 68223854AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE, SRT8, SRT8 Core | 6 Cyl 3.6L
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Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Retainer
Part Number: 53021335AD
$95.68 MSRP: $142.00
You Save: $46.32 (33%)
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Not Included With Long Block Engine Install Kit
- Replaced by: 53021335AE
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2015 Dodge Challenger | R/T Scat Pack, SRT 392, SRT Hellcat, SXT, SXT Plus | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Dodge Challenger RETAINER-CRANKSHAFT Rear Oil
Part Number: 4663870AC
$115.88 MSRP: $174.00
You Save: $58.12 (34%)
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: RETAINER And Seal Crankshaft Rear Oil; Rear Main Seal, Rear Main Seal Retainer
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 4663870AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Dodge Challenger | R/T, SE | 6 Cyl 3.5L

Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Seal

The Dodge Challenger Crankshaft Seal helps prevent oil leaks by making sure oil is locked within the crankcase. This protects vital rotating parts from damaging friction. The round metal-and-rubber ring applied as a seal is placed on the front of the crankshaft to prevent oil leakage. For decades, Dodge has stuck with this design because it is effective and quite simple. However, it manages to balance durability with flexibility under heat and vibration. As a result, any Challenger owner, from any generation, will find the same sealing concept. Dodge did not move to alternative gasketless designs for any of its vehicles, although small modifications to the gasket compound have been made to the design of the Dodge Crankshaft Seal seen here. Each Challenger uses a single front Crankshaft Seal. Oil spots under the car, damp residue around the pulley, or unexplained drops on the dipstick all provide tell-tale signs that the Crankshaft Seal requires replacement. The Crankshaft Seal lip surface tends to wear out due to high mileage, heat cycles, and constant motion. This allows oil to escape and increases the internal friction. Replacing the damaged Crankshaft Seal restores oil containment, helps keep critical parts wet with lubricant, and aids the Dodge V8 or V6 to stay smooth and reliable every Challenger ride.

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Q: How do you remove and install the front crankshaft seal in 2.7L V6 engine on Dodge Challenger?
A:
The Crankshaft Pulley bolt has to be loosened and the pulley can then be slid off the engine. Gradually remove the seal from the cover using a seal removing tool or a large screwdriver being keen not to scratch the seal bore or the cranks shaft. It is also prohibited to scratch or gouge the area of the sealing component or to distort it in any way since that would lead to an oil leak. Remove the debris of the old seal and corrosion from the bore before placing the new seal in the bore with the inward facing side being on the side that has the spring. A small quantity of oil can be put at the outer ring of the new seal for easy fitting but should not be excessive. Screw the seal into the bore using a seal driver or a large socket and hammer to the extent that the selected socket diameter is equal to the outside diameter of the seal and the new seal is pressed into the cover flange. Grease the seal lips with the engine oil and replace the crankshaft pulley. The other steps of installation are the reverse of those of removal. After the installation has been done the engine should be turned on to see if there is any sign of oil leakage.