Removal [11/2021 - ]: Procedure
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- REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [11/2021 - ]
- REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY
- REMOVE ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL
- Using a knife, cut through the lip of the engine rear oil seal.
*a Cut Position *b Protective Tape - Using a screwdriver, pry out the engine rear oil seal.NOTE:
After removal, check the crankshaft for damage.
If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
- Using a knife, cut through the lip of the engine rear oil seal.