Input Shaft Seal, Replacing

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Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required

-- Remove the transmission.

-- Remove the clutch release lever with the release bearing and guide sleeve. Refer to CLUTCH RELEASE MECHANISM, SERVICING .

-- Pry the input shaft seal out.

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NOTE:

Be careful not to damage the contact surface for the seal on the input shaft.

-- Fill the space between the sealing and dust lip -arrow- halfway with Sealing Grease :G 052 128 A1 .

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-- Coat the outer circumference of the seal lightly with transmission fluid.

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-- Install the clutch release lever with the release bearing and guide sleeve. Refer to CLUTCH RELEASE MECHANISM, SERVICING .

-- Install the transmission.