FRONT CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

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  2. REMOVE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Note

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    This procedure is intended for removal/installation of the crankshaft pulley only. Do not use this procedure for removal/installation of the flywheel or the drive plate and ring gear.

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    *1 Service Hole
    *2 Protrusion

    1. Install the 2 bolts to the bolt holes of the crankshaft rear side.

    2. Using a bar, turn the crankshaft until the crankshaft pulley service hole is a little to the left of bottom dead center.

    3. Install a 14 mm x 1.5 pitch service bolt with a length of 70 mm or more to the crankshaft pulley service hole, and hold the crankshaft using the timing chain cover protrusion.

    4. Remove the 3 bolts and crankshaft pulley.

      Note

      If the crankshaft pulley cannot be removed, temporarily install a bolt to the crankshaft so that the pulley does not fall, and lightly tap the outer edge of the mass damper with a plastic-faced hammer to remove the pulley. Do not tap the pulley V-ribbed belt ribs, as the crankshaft may be damaged.

  3. REMOVE FRONT CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL


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      *1 Cut Position
      *2 Front Crankshaft Oil Seal

      Using a knife, cut off the lip of the oil seal.

    2. Using a screwdriver, pry out the oil seal.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the crankshaft.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.