Civic L4-1.8L (2006)
1.
M/T models: Remove the transmission.
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Refer to page 13-7 of the service manual, or
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Online, enter keywords TRANS REMOV and select Manual Transmission Removal from the list.
A/T models: Remove the transmission.
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Refer to page 14-236 of the service manual, or
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Online, enter keywords TRANS REMOV and select Automatic Transmission Removal from the list.
2.
M/T models: Remove the pressure plate, the clutch disc, and the flywheel.
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Refer to page 12-17 of the service manual, or
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Online, enter keywords PRESS PLATE and select Clutch Replacement from the list.
A/T models: Remove the drive plate.
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Refer to page 14-256 of the service manual, or
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Online, enter keywords DRIVE PLATE and select Drive Plate Removal and Installation from the list.
3.
Remove the transmission end crankshaft oil seal:
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If you can see the leak, mark the location with a paint marker before removing the seal.
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Remove the seal:
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Use a hammer to firmly tap a small, 4 x 20-mm Phillips-head sheet metal screw into the metal part of the seal. If you marked the leak location,
make sure you tap the screw into the seal directly across from the paint mark.
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Use a cordless screwdriver or another suitable tool to firmly drive the screw into the oil seal so it won't come out.
