Removing the carrier plate

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Remove the engine speed (RPM) sensor with the bracket. Place it to one side.

Fig 1: Blocking Carrier Plate Using Gear Sector 999 5112

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Block the carrier plate using gear sector 9995112 .

Remove:

all screws
the carrier plate
gear sector 9995112 .

Fig 2: Checking Crankshaft Seal For Leakage

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Check the crankshaft seal for leakage.

To replace the crankshaft seal, refer to the car model and year.