Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the timing belt. Refer to Timing Belt Replacement .
- Remove the crankshaft gear. Refer to Crankshaft Gear Replacement .
- Carefully drill a small, shallow pilot hole into the steel ring of the seal.
- Screw in a self tapping screw.
- Use pliers to pull out the front main oil seal.
- Clean all sealing surfaces.
IMPORTANT:
Use caution when drilling the hole so as not to damage the area around and behind the seal.