Removal

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

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)
HINT:
- Removal for U250E.
- Removal for U140F.

2. REMOVE MANUAL TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
HINT: for E351.

3. REMOVE CLUTCH COVER ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
HINT: for E351.

4. REMOVE CLUTCH DISC ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)
HINT: for E351.

5. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transaxle)





(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST: 09213-54015
91651-60855
SST: 09330-00021





(b) Remove the 8 bolts, rear drive plate spacer, drive plate and front drive plate spacer.
6. REMOVE FLYWHEEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Manual Transaxle)





(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST: 09213-54015
91651-60855
SST: 09330-00021





(b) Remove the 8 bolts and flywheel.
7. REMOVE REAR CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL





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