Genuine Acura Legend Camshaft Seal

Acura Legend Camshaft Seal Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Oil Seal (35X50X8) (Nok)
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  Q: Should both camshaft oil seals be replaced at the same time, even if only one is leaking on Acura Legend?

  A:

  Even when only one Camshaft oil seal is leaking, both should be replaced at the same time. Start by removing the Timing Belt and the camshafts sprockets. Take note as to how far the seals are seated in the bore, then carefully pry the seals out with a straight screwdriver (be sure that the screwdrivers tip is wrapped in tape to prevent scratching the bore, or damaging the camshaft which can result in leaks with the new seal). Clean the bore and grease engine oil or multi-purpose grease onto the outside edge of the new seal, and moly base grease to the seal lip. Carefully drive the new seal in place with a hammer, using a socket with an outside diameter slightly smaller than that of the seal making sure it is installed to the same depth as the original and is properly squared. If a seal driver is not available a hammer and pipe or a large socket can be used to do the same. After installation, the garter spring should not pop loose. Reinstall the camshaft sprocket and timing belt, turn the engine so you can watch for oil leaks at the camshaft seals and then, finally, reinstall the camshaft sprocket and timing belt and run the engine.