Transmission-side crankshaft sealing ring, replacing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

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Pulling fixture T10122

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Extractor hook T20143

Work procedure

Engine or transmission removed.

Remove drive plate → Drive plate, removing and installing .

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Pry out sealing ring using pulling hook T20143/2.
Clean operating and sealing surfaces.

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Insert assembly device T10122/1 onto pull sleeve T10122/2 and slide sealing ring - A - onto pull sleeve.
Remove assembly device.

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Install pull sleeve T10122/2 with seal - 1 - on crankshaft.

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Press seal evenly and flush all around with thrust piece T10122/3.

The rest of installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

Install drive plate → Drive plate, removing and installing .