Removal [06/2018 - 10/2019]: Procedure

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REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
Refer to REMOVAL [06/2018 - 10/2019]
REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3

REMOVE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

Using SST to hold the crankshaft pulley, loosen the crankshaft pulley set bolt. Further loosen the crankshaft pulley set bolt until 2 or 3 threads remain screwed into the crankshaft.

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*a	Hold
	Turn

SST: 09213-70011
1. 09213-70020
SST: 09330-00021

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

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*a	Hold
	Turn

SST: 09950-50013
1. 09951-05010
2. 09952-05010
3. 09953-05020
4. 09954-05021

REMOVE TIMING CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL

Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, pry out the timing chain case oil seal.

*a	Protective Tape

NOTE:

After removal, check the crankshaft for damage. If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.