Extension Case Oil Seal: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

CAUTION: Immediately after the vehicle has been running or after idling for a long time, the CVTF will be hot. Be careful not to burn yourself.

Lift up the vehicle.
Remove the center exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DO)>Center Exhaust Pipe>REMOVAL .
Remove the center exhaust cover.

Fig 1: Removing Center Exhaust Cover
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Clean the transmission exterior.
Remove the propeller shaft. Ref. to DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM>Propeller Shaft>REMOVAL .
Using a screwdriver or ST, remove the oil seal trying not to damage the extension case.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY
Using the ST, install the oil seal.
NOTE:
- Use a new oil seal.
- Apply CVTF to the oil seal lip and press-fitting surface.
ST 498057300 INSTALLER
Install the propeller shaft. Ref. to DRIVE SHAFT SYSTEM>Propeller Shaft>INSTALLATION .
Install the center exhaust cover.
Tightening torque:

18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Installing Center Exhaust Cover
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Install the center exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST(H4DO)>Center Exhaust Pipe>INSTALLATION .
Adjust the CVTF level and check there is no leakage. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR580)>CVTF>ADJUSTMENT .