Golf L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (RV) (1990)
Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair
Removal
NOTE: The illustrations show the left-side drive flange. Removal and installation of the right-side drive flange and oil seal are identical.
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Disconnect drive axle at right side of transmission, tilt upward and suspend using wire hook
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Remove drive axle
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Pry off cover by piercing center of cover using screwdriver
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Remove circlip (A) and dished washer (B) for drive flange
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Remove drive flange together with spring
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Attach puller using two hex-head bolts (A) (M8 x 30) installed through elongated holes in puller
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Extract oil seal (A)
Installation
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Fill space between sealing lips of new oil seal with multi-purpose grease and then drive in to stop