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How much does it cost to replace a crankshaft seal on a Chevy Equinox?

How much does it cost to replace a crankshaft seal on a Chevy Equinox?

Chevrolet Equinox Front Crankshaft Seal Replacement costs $239 on average. What is the Front Crankshaft Seal all about? A number of mechanisms must work together to make your vehicle move forward.

Where is the front seal on a Chevy Equinox?

The good news is that the seals are relatively inexpensive components. The bad news is that neither is easy to replace. Front seal: The front seal is located behind the main pulley that drives all the belts, which is, of course, always spinning. The main pulley throws any leaking oil out in a big circle.

What to look for when replacing crankshaft seal?

Inspect the sealing surface of the crankshaft or the crankshaft pulley (depending on the engine design) for damage when replacing the crankshaft seal. Oil degrades rubber components.

How is the front crankshaft seal replaced on a Chevy Cruze?

Consequently, it has to be removed along with many of the components attached to the front of the block to replace the front main seal. Rear seal: The rear crankshaft seal is placed along with the transmission; therefore, the process of replacing it requires the removal of transmission, as well as the clutch and flywheel assembly.

Chevrolet Equinox Front Crankshaft Seal Replacement costs $239 on average. What is the Front Crankshaft Seal all about? A number of mechanisms must work together to make your vehicle move forward.

The good news is that the seals are relatively inexpensive components. The bad news is that neither is easy to replace. Front seal: The front seal is located behind the main pulley that drives all the belts, which is, of course, always spinning. The main pulley throws any leaking oil out in a big circle.

Where is the front crankshaft seal located on a car?

At the front of the engine there is a seal that designed to control oil from leaking out. This seal is located at the front of the crankshaft as it protrudes out of the front of the engine block. The front part of the crankshaft is where the balancer or dampener (same thing) is bolted too and is where the serpentine belt is driven from.

How much does front crankshaft seal replacement cost?

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM. Chevrolet Equinox Front Crankshaft Seal Replacement costs $239 on average.

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