Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the drive belt. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove the radiator. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove drive plate cover.
Lock crankshaft using Tool (A).
Tool number: - (J-47245)

Fig 1: Identifying Crankshaft Pulley Bolts
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Match mark crankshaft pulley bolt flange and crankshaft pulley for installation.
Remove the crankshaft pulley.
1. Remove the crankshaft pulley from the crankshaft using suitable tool.
- Set the bolts in the two bolt holes [M6 x 1.0 mm (0.04 in)] on the front surface.
NOTE: The dimension between the centers of the two bolt holes is 61 mm (2.40 in).

Fig 2: Loosening Crankshaft Pulley From Crankshaft Using Suitable Tool
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Remove the front oil seal using suitable tool.
CAUTION: Do not damage front cover and oil pump drive spacer.

Fig 3: Removing Front Oil Seal Using Suitable Tool
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