Vibe FWD L4-2.4L (2009)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Replacement
Special Tools
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J-8614-01 - Flange and Pulley Holding Tool
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J-22928-B - Seal Installer
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J-42176 - Universal Driver Handle - Non-Threaded
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the automatic transaxle assembly. Refer to Transmission Disassemble (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Automatic
Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Overhaul) , Transmission Replacement (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Automatic
Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement) for the MVB 4 speed transmission or Transmission Replacement (See:
Transmission and Drivetrain/Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement) for the MVD 5 speed
transmission.
2. Remove the manual transaxle assembly. Refer to Transmission Replacement (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Manual
Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/MVC 5 Speed - Manual Transmission/Transmission Replacement) for the
MVC 5 speed transmission or Transmission Replacement (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Manual Transmission/Transaxle/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/MVE 5 Speed - Manual Transmission/Transmission Replacement) for the MVE 5 speed transmission.
3. Remove the clutch cover and disc assembly (for manual transaxle).
4. Using J-8614-01 - holding tool , hold the crankshaft.
5. For automatic transmissions, remove the 8 bolts (1-8), rear drive plate spacer, drive plate and front drive plate spacer.