Replacing shaft seal for clutch cover (GS7D36SG)

Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: It is essential to adhere to conditions of absolute cleanliness.
Any dirty parts must be cleaned before removing the clutch cover.

Necessary preliminary work:

To prevent the transmission oil from spilling out, tilt the gearbox back before removing the clutch cover.

Removal:

Use a suitable tool to take the radial shaft seal (1) off the clutch cover.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage:
Damage to the clutch cover will result in oil leaks!

If the CLUTCH COVER was damaged on removing the radial shaft seal, it is imperative that the cover be replaced.

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Installation:

Place the clutch cover (1) out flat on a workbench.

IMPORTANT: Pay attention to lug (2).

Coat the sealing lips of the radial shaft seal with transmission oil.

Press the radial shaft seal (3) lightly into the clutch cover.

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Use special tool 24 2 370 to drive the radial shaft seal into the clutch cover until the sealing ring is flush.

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Use a suitable tool to take the O-ring of the clutch cover out of the groove.

Use a lint-free cloth to remove oil contamination from the O-ring groove.

Parts : Replace O-ring.

Coat O-ring with transmission oil before installing.

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Required follow-up work: