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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the engine assembly with transaxle. Refer to Engine Replacement 
  2. Remove the transaxle assembly.
  3. Remove the clutch cover assembly and disc for the manual transaxle.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Crankshaft Pulley & Special Tool
    GM234153Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the clutch disc assembly-for manual transaxle.
  6. Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
  7. Fig 2: Disassembled View Of Spring Bumper Assembly
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  8. Remove the 8 bolts and the flywheel.
  9. Remove the drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly, if equipped with automatic transmission.
  10. Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
  11. Fig 3: Identifying Drive Plate Loosening Sequence
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  12. Remove the 8 bolts, rear spacer, drive plate and front spacer.
  13. Remove the rear engine oil seal.
  14. Using a knife, cut off the lip of the oil seal.
  15. NOTE: After removing, check the crankshaft for nicks or burrs. Smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
  16. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with tape, pry out the oil seal.