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Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair

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    The rear main oil seal is a one piece unit and is replaced without removing the oil pan or crankshaft.

1.

Remove transaxle and flywheel.

2.

Using a suitable screwdriver, remove rear main bearing oil seal. Use care not to scratch crankshaft.

3.

Lubricate inside and outside diameters of replacement seal with engine oil. Install seal by hand onto rear crankshaft flange with helical lip side
facing toward engine. Ensure seal is firmly and evenly seated.

4.

Install flywheel and transaxle.

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