VK50VE: Removal and Installation: Removal

Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove self-lock nut of companion flange with a flange wrench (commercial service tool).
Put a matching mark (A) on the end of the main shaft. The mark should be in line with the mark (B) on the companion flange.
CAUTION: For matching mark, use paint. Never damage main shaft.

Fig 1: Identifying Matching Mark On Main Shaft And Companion Flange (VK50VE)
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Remove the companion flange with a puller (A) and a replacer (B).
CAUTION: Never damage the companion flange.

Fig 2: Removing Companion Flange Using Puller And Replacer (VK50VE)
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Remove the rear oil seal with the puller (A) [SST: KV381054S0 (J-34286)].
CAUTION: Never damage the rear case.

Fig 3: Removing Rear Oil Seal Using Puller
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