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

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REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
Refer to REMOVAL [06/2018 - 10/2019]

REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY

Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly on a flat level surface.
NOTE:
- Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, keep the engine assembly level.
- To prevent the No. 2 oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the No. 2 oil pan sub-assembly of the engine assembly.
- Using an engine sling device and engine lift, secure the engine assembly before servicing.

Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.

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

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Remove the 8 bolts, the rear drive plate spacer, the drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly.

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REMOVE NO. 1 CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE
1. Remove the No. 1 crankshaft position sensor plate.

REMOVE REAR ENGINE OIL SEAL

Using a knife, cut through the lip of the rear engine oil seal.

*a	Protective Tape
*b	Cut Position

Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, pry out the rear engine oil seal.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the crankshaft.