Keep engine oil sealed in at the back of the crankshaft with the APEX Automobile Parts Inc Crankshaft Seal Kit ABS845, a rear main seal set for the listed L4-2.0L and L4-2.4L applications. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 2001-2008 Toyota RAV4 2.0L / 2.4L, 2002-2011 Toyota Camry 2.4L and 2009-2010 Toyota Corolla 2.4L; see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
The rear main seal sits where the crankshaft exits the rear of the engine block. The seal body stays stationary while its lip contacts the rotating crankshaft, holding oil inside the crankcase. If a worn or leaking rear main seal is the cause of oil loss between the engine and transmission, this set is designed to replace it.
- Rear main seal set: This crankshaft seal kit is listed under both names and serves the crankshaft's rear sealing position.
- Rear position: Cataloged for the rear of the crankshaft, not the front.
- Engine-specific: Listed for L4-2.0L and L4-2.4L engines on the vehicles shown in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
- Quantity: One per application on the listed vehicles.
Signs this part may need replacing: oil drips or wetness where the engine meets the transmission, oil residue around the bellhousing area, and an oil level that drops between changes. Other gaskets can leak into the same area, so confirm the leak source before replacing. Access typically requires separating the transmission from the engine; follow the vehicle service information for the procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a rear main seal set do?
It seals engine oil where the crankshaft exits the rear of the engine block. The seal body stays stationary while its lip rides on the rotating crankshaft.
Which engines does APEX ABS845 fit?
It is listed for L4-2.0L and L4-2.4L engines, including the 2001-2008 Toyota RAV4 2.0L / 2.4L, 2002-2011 Toyota Camry 2.4L and 2009-2010 Toyota Corolla 2.4L. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for every vehicle.
What are signs a rear main seal may need replacing?
Oil drips where the engine meets the transmission, oil residue around the bellhousing area, and a dropping oil level. Other gaskets can leak into the same area, so confirm the source first.
Is this engine crankshaft seal kit for the front or rear?
It is cataloged for the rear position, where it seals engine oil at the back of the crankshaft as a rear main seal set.
How many do I need, and how is it installed?
The listed applications use one per vehicle. Access typically requires separating the transmission from the engine, so follow the vehicle service information for the procedure.
