Rear Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair

Rear Oil Seal: Removal and Installation

Removal

1) Remove transmission assembly. Refer to [Transmission Assembly: Removal and Installation from Vehicle (For 2WD Models)] Transmission Assembly Removal and Installation from Vehicle (For 2WD Models) (2WD models), [Transmission Assembly: Removal and Installation from Vehicle (For 4WD Models)] Transmission Assembly Removal and Installation from Vehicle (For 4WD Models) (4WD models).
2) Remove drive plate. Refer to [Engine Unit: Exploded View] Exploded View.
3) Remove rear oil seal with a suitable tool.






CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage crankshaft and cylinder block.

Installation

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





- Install new rear oil seal using Tool.











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.





3) 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.