Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply new engine oil to both the oil seal lip and dust seal lip of the new rear oil seal.
Install the rear oil seal.
- Install the rear oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented as shown.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Correct Installation Position Of Oil Seal Lip And Dust Seal Lip
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Press-fit the rear oil seal using suitable tool.
  CAUTION:
  - Do not damage the crankshaft or cylinder block.
  - Press-fit the oil seal straight to avoid causing burrs or tilting.
  - Do not touch grease applied onto the oil seal lip.
  - Do not damage or scratch the outer circumference of the rear oil seal.
- Tap until flattened with the front edge of the oil seal retainer.
Fig 2: Press-Fitting Rear Oil Seal Using Suitable Tool
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.