REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
Remove the engine assembly with transaxle Click here.
REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
Remove the automatic transaxle assembly Click here.
REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY
Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
Remove the 8 bolts, rear spacer, drive plate and front spacer.
REMOVE ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL
| *1 | Cut position |
| *2 | Protective tape |
Using a knife, cut off the lip of the oil seal.
Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with tape, pry out the oil seal.
Note
Do not damage the surface of the oil seal press fit hole or the crankshaft.
After removing the oil seal, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.