How to replace the rear crankshaft seal and housing on 2001 Volkswagen Passat?

All models feature a one-piece rear main oil seal and housing. Install the crankshaft first, then bolt the main bearing caps before adding the seal and housing. For rear main seal replacement, ignore steps that don't apply since the engine is out and the oil pan is removed.

Genuine 2001 Volkswagen Passat Crankshaft Seal

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2001 Volkswagen Passat Crank Seal Part Number: 068-103-085-E
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Seal; Front Seal
- Replaces: 068-103-085-A, 026-103-085-E, 026-103-085-F
- Item Weight: 0.10 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 068-103-085-E
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2001 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- 4 Motion, CL, GL, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, W8 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

2001 Volkswagen Passat Crankshaft Seal Parts and Q&A

Q: How to replace the rear crankshaft seal and housing on 2001 Volkswagen Passat?
A: All models feature a one-piece rear main oil seal and housing. Install the crankshaft first, then bolt the main bearing caps before adding the seal and housing. For rear main seal replacement, ignore steps that don't apply since the engine is out and the oil pan is removed.