Removal [12/2019 - 10/2022]: Procedure

REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
- for 2WD
  Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 09/2020] , or refer to REMOVAL [09/2020 - 10/2022]
- for AWD
  Refer to REMOVAL [12/2019 - 09/2020] , or refer to REMOVAL [09/2020 - 10/2022]

REMOVE DRIVE PLATE AND RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY

Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, place the engine assembly on a flat level surface.
NOTE:
- Using height adjustment attachments and plate lift attachments, keep the engine assembly level.
- To prevent the No. 2 oil pan sub-assembly from deforming, do not place any attachments under the No. 2 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.

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Remove the 8 bolts, the rear drive plate spacer, the drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly.

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REMOVE NO. 1 CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR PLATE
1. Remove the No. 1 crankshaft position sensor plate.

REMOVE REAR ENGINE OIL SEAL

Using a knife, cut through the lip of the rear engine oil seal.

*a	Protective Tape
*b	Cut Position

Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, pry out the rear engine oil seal.
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the crankshaft.