FRONT OIL SEAL: Removal and Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Infiniti FX50. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install front oil seal on front cover.
- Apply new engine oil to both oil seal lip (A) and dust seal lip (B).
- Install it so that each seal lip is oriented as shown in the figure below.CAUTION: Be careful not to scratch or make burrs on circumference of oil seal.
- Using a suitable drift [outer diameter: 56 mm (2.20 in)], press-fit oil seal until it becomes flush with front cover end face.
- Check the garter spring is in position and seal lips are not inverted.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.