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