Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal: Installation

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.

Apply new engine oil to both the oil seal lip and dust seal lip of the new rear oil seal.
Install the rear oil seal.
- Install the rear oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented as shown.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Oil And Dust Seal Lip
  Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Press-fit the rear oil seal using suitable tool.
  CAUTION:
  - Do not damage the crankshaft or oil seal retainer.
  - Press-fit the oil seal straight to avoid causing burrs or tilting.
  - Do not touch grease applied onto the oil seal lip.
  - Do not damage or scratch the outer circumference of the rear oil seal.
- Tap until flush with the front edge of the oil seal retainer.
  
  Fig 2: Pressing Rear Oil Seal Using Suitable Tool
  Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ", "4WD: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
CAUTION:
- When replacing an engine or transmission you must make sure the dowels are installed correctly during re-assembly.
- Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of drivetrain components.