I have read through the 700/900 FAQ several hundred times. I have posted questions I do not understand and you all have been more than gracious enough to help.

Tomorrow morning, I will embark on the replacement of the Timing Belt, Oil Seals, Water Pump, Accessory Bushings and Belts on my 1988 244.

I have all of the tools I think. The only part that really scares me now are the oil seals. I keep reading about "lubing up the lips" on the seals. I can understand that, but do you lube the inside and outside of the seal as well (the parts that touch the crankshaft and the parts that touch the block or casing part)?? Is it ok to use white lithium grease as a lube? Is vaseline better?

I have never done the seals. Don't have the seal installer or puller. I plan on being VERY careful and pulling them out and just trying to push them back in with my fingers? Is this a good idea? I am trying to save some money, but don't want to be stupid about it.

Also, I plan on cleaning all of the shafts with Mineral spirits. Is this ok?

Is it a good idea to use RTV on the outeredge of the seals? Or just make sure they are lubed up?

Is it ok to use antiseize on the seals?

I am sorry to be so stupid and anal about this. I just don't want to screw it up and have to tear it all down again.

For the water pump, it is ok to use white litium grease for the o-rings on re-installing?

Thanks for all of the help. Am just nervous for my first "big Volvo job".

Todd :-)
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1990 245 Wagon - 187000 miles; 1988 244 Sedan - 123000 miles