WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5 and 2003 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Cut the oil seal lip using a razor.
Remove the oil seal using a screwdriver protected with a rag.
Fig 1: Removing Oil Seal Using A Screwdriver Protected With Rag