Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Manual Transmission-M86/M94 Getrag or Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T40-E/4T45-E.
- Remove the flywheel.IMPORTANT: Make sure not to damage the outside diameter of the crankshaft or chamber with any tool.
- Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal with a flat bladed tool.