Rear Oil Seal: Removal and Installation: Installation

Apply new engine oil to new rear oil seal joint surface and seal lip.
Install rear oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented as shown.

Fig 1: Identifying Seal Lip Orientation For Installing Rear Oil Seal
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- Install new rear oil seal using suitable tool. [outside diameter 102 mm (4.02 in), inside diameter 86 mm (3.39 in)].
  
  Fig 2: Installing Rear Oil Seal Using Suitable Tool
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  CAUTION:
  - Be careful not to damage crankshaft and cylinder block.
  - Press-fit oil seal straight to avoid causing burrs or tilting.
  - Do not touch grease applied onto oil seal lip.
- Press in rear oil seal to the position as shown.
  
  Fig 3: Position Of Pressing Rear Oil Seal
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Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- When replacing an engine or transmission you must make sure the dowels are installed correctly during reassembly.
- Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of drivetrain components.