Sealey Flywheel Holding Tools

1. Introduction

The Sealey VS1280, VS1283, VS1284, VS1285, VS1286, VS1287, VS1288, and VS4738 Holding Tools are designed to engage with flywheel teeth, providing a secure engine lock. This is essential for clutch/engine overhauls and for locking the crankshaft to facilitate the removal of the crank pulley during timing belt renewal applications. Locking pins are intended solely for timing position retention and must not be used to counter-hold the engine for releasing crank pulley nuts or bolts. Improper methods of jamming the flywheel can lead to damage to gears and housing. Given the high torque specification of the crank pulley bolt, using the correct Holding Tool ensures the job is completed quickly, safely, and effectively.

2. Application

Vauxhall/Opel

• 1.2, 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2.0 OHC Petrol engines.
• 1.6 & 1.7 OHC Diesel engines.
• 1.5 & 1.7 OHC Diesel (Isuzu) engines.

Citroen

• Synergie 2.0/Turbo, ZX 1.9D/TD, Xantia 1.9D/TD, Berlingo 1.9D, Dispatch 1.9D/TD, Synergie 1.9D, Relay 1.9D/TD.

Fiat

• Ulysse 2.0/Turbo, Ducato 2.0.

FSO

• 1.9D.

LDV

• 200 1.9D, Pilot 1.9D.

Peugeot

• 205 1.6/1.9, 305 1.6/1.9, 309 1.6/1.9,
• 405 1.6/1.9, 405 1.8/2.0 (92-), 605 2.0, Boxer 2.0, c205 1.8/1.9D, 305 1.8/1.9D, 306 1.8/1.9D/TD,
• 309 1.8/1.9D, 1.8TD, 405 1.8TD, 405 1.9D, 406 1.9D, Partner 1.9D, Talbot/Horizon/Solara 1.9D, J5/Talbot Express 1.9D,
• 605D/TD, 806 1.9TD, Expert 1.9D, Boxer 1.9D/TD.

Renault

• R5 1.6D, R9 1.6D, 411 1.6D Express/Extra 1.6D - F8M Diesel engines.
• Clio, Express/Extra, R19 1.9D - early F8Q Diesel engines.
• Espace 2.1D, R21 2.1D, R25 2.1D, Trafic/Master 2.1D - J8S Diesel engines
• Clio 1.2/1.4, Express/Extra, R19 1.4, Megane/Scenic 1.4/1.6-E7F/E7J/ Petrol engines.
• R5, 1.7, Clio 1.7/1.8, R19 1.7, R21 1.7, Megane/Scenic 2.0, Laguna 1.8/2.0, Trafic 1.7 - F3N/F3P/F2R Petrol engines.
• Clio Williams, R19, Megane 2.0 16V Twin cam F7P/F7R engines
• Laguna/Safrane 2.0 16V Twin cam N7Q/N7U engines.

Renault (Continued)

• Clio, Twingo, Kangoo, Megane/Scenic, 1.2/1.6 D7F and K7M Petrol engines.
• Megane/Scenic, Kangoo 1.9D F8Q and F9Q (direct injection) Diesel engines.

Renault (Continued)

• Laguna, Safrane, Espace 2.2D/TD G8T Diesel engines.

Citroen (Continued)

• Xsara, Xantia 1.8/2.0 XU7 JP/JB Petrol engines.
• Xsara 1.8 16v XU7JP4 Twin Cams.
• ZX, Xantia, XM2.0 16v XU10J4 Twin Cams.
• Xantia 1.9D/TD XUD9BTF Diesel engines.
• Xantia, XM2.1TD XUD11BTE Diesel engines.

Peugeot (Continued)

• 406, 1.8/2.0 XU7JP/JB Petrol engines.
• 406 1.8 16v XU7JP4 Twin Cams.
• 306, 405, 605 2.0 16v XU10J4 Twin Cams.
• 406, 1.9D/TD XUD9BTF Diesel engines.
• 406, 605 2.1TD XUD11BTE Diesel engines.

Citroen (Continued)

• AX, Saxo 1.5D TUD5 Diesel engines.

Peugeot (Continued)

• 106 1.5D TUD5 Diesel engines.

Rover

• 115D 1.5D TUD5 Diesel engines.

Rover (Continued)

• 111. 114, 214-K8 (SOHC) 95-. 214, 414-K16 (DOHC) 89-95.
• 200Vi, 214.216 16v, 218 16v, 414/416 16v - K16 (DOHC) 95-.

Rover (Continued)

• 75 1.8/1.8T (K18) Engines. (99-)

3. Safety Instructions

• ⚠️ WARNING! Ensure all health and safety, local authority, and general workshop practice regulations are strictly adhered to when using tools.
• ❌ DO NOT use tools if damaged.
• ✔️ Maintain tools in good and clean condition for best and safest performance.
• ✔️ If required, ensure the vehicle to be worked on is adequately supported with axle stands, ramps, and chocks.
• ✔️ Wear approved eye protection. A full range of personal safety equipment is available from your Sealey dealer.
• ✔️ Wear suitable clothing to avoid snagging. Do not wear jewellery and tie back long hair.
• ✔️ Account for all tools, locking bolts, pins, and parts being used and do not leave them in or near the engine.
• ⚠️ WARNING! Timing pins are for retention of timing position only, NOT for counter-holding the flywheel. Use the correct Flywheel Holding Tool to 'lock' the engine when releasing or tightening the crankshaft pulley bolt, for secure and safe operation.

ℹ️ IMPORTANT: Always refer to the vehicle manufacturer's service instructions, or proprietary manual to establish the current procedure and data. These instructions for use are provided as a guide only.

4. Instructions for Use

The VS1280, VS1283, VS1284, VS1285, VS1286, VS1288, and VS4738 tools are used to prevent the crankshaft from rotating when removing the crankshaft pulley for timing belt replacement. The teeth on the tool engage the flywheel teeth, and the tool is bolted to the transmission housing to prevent movement of the flywheel.

It is often necessary to remove the crankshaft pulley when replacing the timing belt. The pulley bolt has a high torque loading, in which case the engine must be 'locked' securely when releasing and when tightening the bolt.

The VS1287 Holding Tool operates similarly by locking the flywheel, but it engages through a datum hole in the engine casing instead of being bolted to the housing.