Seal, Crankshaft Oil, Rear: Removal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Dodge Avenger and 2013 Chrysler 200. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Oil Pan Mounting Bolts

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Remove the upper and lower oil pans. Refer to PAN, OIL, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Transaxle Upper Bellhousing-To-Block Bolts
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CAUTION:
Do not attempt to support the weight of the engine on the windage tray. The windage tray is a thin cast aluminum construction and can be easily damaged.
Support the rear of the engine with a screw-jack when removing the transmission. Position the support on the engine oil pan flange and not the windage tray.
Remove the transmission. Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 3: Flexplate, Spacer Plate & Bolts
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Remove the flexplate (3). Refer to FLEXPLATE, REMOVAL .

Fig 4: Seal Retainer & Attaching Screws
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NOTE:
The rear crankshaft oil seal is incorporated into the seal retainer (2) and can not be removed from the retainer. The rear crankshaft oil seal and seal retainer (2) are serviced as an assembly.
Remove the eight seal retainer attaching screws (1).
Remove and discard the seal retainer (2).