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The ATC 1453185 Front & Rear Crankshaft Seal Installer/Remover Kit is engineered for Paccar MX Series engines (2011–2016 MX, MX PMCI-2, MX-13 PCI, MX-13). Ensures square, concentric seal installation and safe removal—prevents leaks, lip damage, crankshaft scoring, and costly rework in Kenworth/Peterbilt trucks.

The Critical Risks of Improper Crankshaft Seal Service on Paccar MX-13 Engines

Paccar MX-13 engines power heavy-duty trucks, but cocked seals, damaged lips, or scored cranks from poor service cause persistent leaks, oil loss, and accelerated component failure.

• Oil leaks – Misaligned seals drip oil, requiring $900–$2,200 repeat reseals
• Seal lip damage – Uneven force tears lips, leading to $1,300–$3,500 failures
• Crankshaft scoring – Improper removal mars surfaces, costing $2,200–$5,500 machining
• Downtime losses – Manual methods extend service 2–5 hours, adding $450–$1,000 labor
• Contamination – Leaks allow debris into bearings, totaling $2,800–$6,500 cleanups
• Engine failure – Untreated issues cascade to overhauls ($12,000–$28,000)

What is the ATC 1453185 Crankshaft Seal Installer/Remover Kit?

The ATC 1453185 Paccar MX13 Front & Rear Seal Installer/Remover – MX Series Engines is a complete professional kit for safe removal and precise installation of front/rear crankshaft seals on Paccar MX-13 engines (2011–2016 models).

Built for fleet and rebuild shops, it applies even, concentric force to prevent damage, reduces rework by 75%, and restores OEM sealing geometry in Kenworth/Peterbilt applications.

Complete Kit Specifications & Paccar MX-13 Compatibility

Professional Features & Engine Repair Benefits

Economic Impact: Crankshaft Seal Service ROI

Scenario	Cost Impact
ATC 1453185 proper service	Seal kit – $900 investment
Repeat seal reseal	$900–$2,200
Crankshaft machining	$2,200–$5,500
Contamination cleanup	$2,800–$6,500
Engine overhaul escalation	$12,000–$28,000
Total improper service cost	$18,000–$42,200 per failure
ATC 1453185 ROI (first prevention)	20–47X return on investment

When MX-13 Technicians Choose ATC 1453185

• Paccar MX-13 front crankshaft seal service
• MX-13 rear seal removal/install
• Kenworth/Peterbilt engine reseals
• In-frame repairs
• Fleet maintenance facilities
• Leak prevention
• Crankshaft protection

Why Professional Shops Trust ATC 1453185

MX-13 rebuilders trust the ATC 1453185 for its concentric precision, heavy-duty construction, and ability to avoid $18,000–$42,200 in damages per improper seal service. It delivers leak-free results, faster repairs, and reliability fleets demand.

From in-frame to full overhauls, this kit keeps MX-13 engines sealed and strong.

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