Jim Archer wrote:If it's the same carrier plate as the Duratorq motors use, there are 'apply sealer here' instructions in the manual. Jim
Quite right Sir..!
Here's an extract from the 2.2L Mk7 manual....I suspect it will be very similar for the Mk8 2.2L. You'll need to refer to the appropriate manual for the relevant pics.
Rear crankshaft seal Installation:
CAUTION: A new crankshaft rear seal carrier is supplied with an alignment sleeve that must not be removed until the crankshaft rear seal is fully installed. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE: Clean the area on the engine before installing a new crankshaft rear seal carrier. Check the two foam pads are located as shown on the ladder frame gasket.
CAUTION: Install the new crankshaft rear seal carrier within five minutes of applying the recommended sealant. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION: Do not add any more than the specified quantity of sealant or add the sealant anywhere other than the area shown. If the foam pads are not present on inspection, fill the square areas shown with 75% of sealant.
NOTE: Install a new crankshaft rear oil seal carrier and crankshaft rear oil seal carrier retaining bolts.
NOTE: A new crankshaft rear oil seal carrier is supplied with an alignment sleeve that must be removed following installation. Do not fully tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal carrier retaining bolts at this stage. Install the crankshaft rear oil seal carrier. Tighten the crankshaft rear oil seal carrier retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal carrier alignment sleeve.
Lord Knobrot
2008 2.4L RWD 170+PS 6-speed 350 LWB High Roof.
When I die, I want to go peacefully in my sleep like my Grandfather, not screaming like the passengers in his car..!