Removal [11/2021 - ]: Procedure

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REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [11/2021 - ]
REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT
See step 7

REMOVE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

Using SST and a 22 mm deep socket wrench, hold the crankshaft pulley and loosen the crankshaft pulley set bolt until only 2 or 3 threads are screwed into the crankshaft.

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*a	Hold
*b	Turn

SST: 09213-3801009330-00021
1. 09214-00011

Using SST, remove the crankshaft pulley set bolt and crankshaft pulley.

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*a	Hold
*b	Turn

SST: 09950-50013
1. 09951-05010
2. 09952-05010
3. 09953-05010
4. 09954-05070

HINT:

Apply molybdenum grease to the threads and tip of SST (center bolt) prior to use.

REMOVE CRANKSHAFT TIMING GEAR KEY

Using a screwdriver, remove the crankshaft timing gear key from the crankshaft.

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HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

REMOVE TIMING GEAR CASE OR TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL

Using a knife, cut through the lip of the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal.

Using a screwdriver, pry out the timing gear case or timing chain case oil seal.

*a	Cut Position
*b	Protective Tape

NOTE:

After the removal, check the crankshaft for damage.

If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.