Removal & Installation
- Remove and separate engine and transmission/transaxle assembly. Remove flywheel. With seal retainer removed from block, tap oil seal out using hammer and drift. DO NOT damage seal contact surface of retainer. Apply grease to new oil seal lip. Install using Seal Installer (09223-41020).
- With retainer installed, use knife to cut off lip of seal. Using screwdriver, carefully pry out seal. DO NOT damage seal contact surface of retainer or seal lip contact surface of crankshaft.
- Inspect seal lip contact surface of crankshaft for cracks or damage. Replace as necessary. Apply grease to new oil seal. Using seal installer, replace oil seal.