Protege LX L4-1489cc 1.5L DOHC MFI (1998)
Front Crankshaft Seal: Service and Repair
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the timing belt.
3. Remove the timing belt pulley.
4. Remove the key.
5. Cut the oil seal lip by using a razor knife.
6. Remove the oil seal by using a screwdriver protected with a rag.
7. Apply clean engine oil to the new oil seal.
8. Push the oil seal slightly in by hand.
9. Tap the oil seal in evenly by using the Special Service Tools (SST) and a hammer.
10. Install the timing belt pulley, aligning the key groove.
11. Insert the key with the tapered side toward the oil pump body.
12. Install the timing belt.
13. Connect the negative battery cable.
14. Start the engine and inspect the ignition timing.
