Removal

2ZR-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE ENGINE ASSEMBLY WITH TRANSAXLE
HINT: Removal.

2. REMOVE MANUAL TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
HINT: Removal for C59.

3. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)
HINT: Removal for U341E.

4. REMOVE CLUTCH COVER ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle) Removal
5. REMOVE CLUTCH DISC ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle) Removal
6. REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)





(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST: 09213-58013
SST: 09330-00021
NOTE: Check the SST installation positions when installing them to prevent the SST fixing bolts from coming into contact with the timing chain cover sub-assembly.





(b) Remove the 8 bolts and flywheel.
7. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)





(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST: 09213-58013
SST: 09330-00021
NOTE: Check the SST installation positions when installing them to prevent the SST fixing bolts from coming into contact with the timing chain cover sub-assembly.





(b) Remove the 8 bolts, rear spacer, drive plate and front spacer.
8. REMOVE REAR ENGINE OIL SEAL





(a) Using a knife, cut off the lip of the oil seal.
(b) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with tape, pry out the oil seal.
NOTE: After removing, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.