Removal [08/2015 - ]: Procedure
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- REMOVE FAN AND GENERATOR V BELT
Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ]
- REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [08/2015 - ]
- REMOVE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10
- REMOVE TIMING GEAR CASE OR TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL
- Using a screwdriver, pry out the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal.NOTE:
- Do not damage the surface of the press fit hole or crankshaft.
- After removing the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
*a Protective Tape HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
- Using a screwdriver, pry out the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal.