Removal (All Others)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1983 Volkswagen Vanagon, 1983 Volkswagen Rabbit, 1983 Volkswagen Quantum, 1983 Volkswagen Pickup, and 1983 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove camshaft belt and crankshaft sprocket. On Vanagon, screw seal extractor 2085 (or equivalent) into seal to remove. On all others, pry seal from carrier using care not to damage carrier. Use seal extractor 10-219 (or equivalent) to remove seal.