Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply new engine oil to new oil seal and install it using a suitable tool.
- Install new oil seal in the direction shown.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Rear Oil Seal (1 Of 2)
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Press fit oil seal straight using a suitable tool, to avoid causing burrs or tilting.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Rear Oil Seal (2 Of 2)
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Press in the new oil seal to the specified depth as shown.
Installation of the remaining components in reverse order of removal.

Fig 3: View Of Rear Oil Seal Depth
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.