Solara V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2004)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSY
2. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE & RING GEAR SUB-ASSY
a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST 09213-54015 (91651-60855), 09330-00021
b) Remove the 8 bolts, rear spacer, drive plate and front spacer.
3. REMOVE ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL
a) Using a knife, cut through the oil seal lip.
b) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in tape, pry out the oil seal.
NOTICE: After the removal, check if the crankshaft is not damaged. If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.
4. INSTALL ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL
a) Apply MP grease to a new oil seal lip.
NOTICE: Keep the lip free from foreign matter.