Crankshaft Rear Seal with Retainer Plate: Removal

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING for lifting points.
Remove the oil level indicator.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level Indicator
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Remove the flexplate. REFER to Flexplate .
Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove the accessory drive belt from the A/C compressor.

Fig 2: Rotating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner Counterclockwise
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Disconnect the 2 A/C compressor electrical connectors.
- Detach the wiring harness retainer from the A/C tube stud bolt.
Fig 3: Locating A/C Compressor Electrical Connector And Tube Stud Bolt
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Remove the A/C compressor nut, stud and the 2 bolts.
- Position the A/C compressor aside and support with a length of mechanics wire.
Fig 4: Locating A/C Compressor Nut, Stud And Bolts
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Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil.
- Install the drain plug and tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
Fig 5: Locating Engine Oil Drain Plug
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Remove the 4 engine front cover-to-oil pan fasteners.

Fig 6: Locating Engine Front Cover-To-Oil Pan Fasteners
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Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.

Fig 7: Locating Oil Pan Bolts
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Remove the 6 bolts and the crankshaft rear seal with retainer plate.

Fig 8: Locating Crankshaft Rear Seal With Retainer Plate And Bolts
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