CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Note
for Manual Transaxle:
When the manual transaxle assembly is removed, be sure to use a new clutch release with bearing cylinder assembly and new installation bolts. Removal of the manual transaxle assembly allows the compressed clutch release with bearing cylinder assembly to return to its original position. Dust from the moving section may damage the seal of the clutch release with bearing cylinder assembly, possibly causing clutch fluid leaks.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for CVT)
REMOVE CLUTCH DISC ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY (for CVT)
Using height adjustable attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly on a flat, level surface.
Note
Using height adjustable attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly horizontally.
To prevent the oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the oil pan sub-assembly of the engine assembly.
Using an engine sling device and engine lift, secure the engine assembly before servicing.
Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.
for 86 mm (3.39 in.) Bolt Pitch Type:
for 64 mm (2.52 in.) Bolt Pitch Type:
Tech Tips
For the 64 mm (2.52 in.) bolt pitch type, the part number of the installation bolt for SST (crankshaft pulley holding tool) is 91551-00850 (quantity: 2).
Remove the 8 bolts, front drive plate spacer, drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly, and rear drive plate spacer.
REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
Using height adjustable attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly on a flat, level surface.
Note
Using height adjustable attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly horizontally.
To prevent the oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the oil pan sub-assembly of the engine assembly.
Using an engine sling device and engine lift, secure the engine assembly before servicing.
Using SST, hold the crankshaft pulley.
for 86 mm (3.39 in.) Bolt Pitch Type:
for 64 mm (2.52 in.) Bolt Pitch Type:
Tech Tips
For the 64 mm (2.52 in.) bolt pitch type, the part number of the installation bolt for SST (crankshaft pulley holding tool) is 91551-00850 (quantity: 2).
Remove the 8 bolts and the flywheel sub-assembly.
REMOVE REAR ENGINE OIL SEAL
| *a | Cut Position |
| *b | Protective Tape |
Using a knife, cut off the lip of the rear engine oil seal lip.
Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, pry out the rear engine oil seal.
Note
After removing, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.