Solara Coupe V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) (2008)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Removal
3MZ-FE ENGINE MECHANICAL: ENGINE REAR OIL SEAL:
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
HINT: (See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Automatic Transmission/Transaxle/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Removal)
2. REMOVE DRIVE PLATE & RING GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Using SST, hold the crankshaft.
SST: 09213-54015
91651-60855
SST: 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.
NOTE: After the removal, check if the crankshaft is not damaged. If it is damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.