Removal Procedure

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Remove the automatic transmission flexplate. Refer to Automatic Transmission Flex Plate Replacement .

Fig 1: EN-51096 Crankshaft Rear Seal Remover And GE-23907-1 Slide Hammer

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NOTE:

EN-51096 crankshaft rear seal remover has two ends. The end with the small bend will be used to remove the seal.

Install EN-51096 crankshaft rear seal remover onto GE-23907-1 slide hammer.
Slide the small bend of EN-51096 crankshaft rear seal remover between the lip of the rear seal and crankshaft. Ensure that the small bend of EN-51096 crankshaft rear seal remover engages the rear side of the rear seal (1). While rotating EN-51096 crankshaft rear seal remover and GE-23907-1 slide hammer around the seal and use the slide hammer to remove the seal.
Remove and DISCARD the crankshaft rear oil seal (1).