Volkswagen 1.6 TDI Crank Oil Seal replacement. Without special tools.

[@hussssshie]

at TDC (timing end), the hole on the tone ring is exactly lined up with the circle at the top (left of the threaded insert), or a small mark right below it for the metal version. looks like you didnt set the engine to TDC. if you lock the front crank sprocket with the tool (recommend using a ziptie if the belt isn't on), it shouldn't be able to move from the correct position

[@How2FixIt1]

Thanks for the information. Great help!

[@hussssshie]

​@@How2FixIt1you're welcome^^ very nice way to press it on with the washers. definitely much better than tapping it with a mallet like most people do

[@How2FixIt1]

@tobbyhush yes. Some times you just have to find away and not give in to a repair. It’s satisfying when you succeed. 👍

[@aronvist9679]

real mechanic makes his own special tools

[@Krisemann]

The way I did it was to remove the metal ring from the seal and simply align and press the seal in by hand, but you do need a good eye for that. Included tool does help. However upon installing the ring I hammered it in with a rubber mallet. You can also set the engine to TDC, this gives you a few alignment marks to go by.

[@How2FixIt1]

Thanks for the great comment.

[@markw3922]

may i ask why did you choose to swap from plastic housing seal to all metal type? was the plastic an aftermarket seal ? the metal seal looks oem as i can see Audi sign but im sure oem was plastic can you shed some context on that please .

[@How2FixIt1]

It’s been some time since I did this and unfortunately I can’t remember. Sorry. Thanks for your comment!

[@autoh2039]

metal is original and improved.

[@jasonga]

This looks fantastic, will try in next couple of days!! Thanks

[@How2FixIt1]

Thanks for the comment. Yes when I looked at it I thought I’m not buying a special tool for a one off job! So studied it and came up with this.

[@conlethm1654]

Is the small supposed to sit behind the metal face of the crank or sit around it

[@How2FixIt1]

Thanks for your comment. I can’t remember but if you pause the video and zoom in you may be able to see.

[@jonbagshaw7919]

0.5 mm under flush of the crankshaft face !

[@Tetsuo_music]

When you install flywheel it will also push the ring to the correct depth so it's often better to let is protrude a little than push it too far.

[@BP02392]

was the car running fine after installation? no leaks or lack of power?

[@How2FixIt1]

It was absolute fine. Ran like before.

[@BP02392]

@@How2FixIt1 do you happen to remember the size of the offset washers you used?

[@How2FixIt1]

@@BP02392 they was alignment washers that are fitted on cars. (Camber bolt washers)

[@mdrvlogs2001]

What happens if we forget to mark before removing and seal

[@How2FixIt1]

Thanks for your comment. I’m afraid you will need the oil seal fitting tool.

[@mdrvlogs2001]

@@How2FixIt1 that plastic one ?? Which comes with seal to check the alignment??

[@How2FixIt1]

@@mdrvlogs2001 I don’t remember but think not. If you search crank oil seal on google or KZbin I’m sure it will help answer your questions.

[@mdrvlogs2001]

Oil is still leaking after replacing part that to oem