1. Remove the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transmission.
2. Remove the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .
3. Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .



4. Remove the oil seal retainer screw and the nuts.



5. Remove the seal retainer.



6. Remove the gasket.



7. Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal.

7.1.	Insert a screwdriver into the notches provided in the seal retainer.

7.2.	Pry out the seal.

7.3.	Do not damage the crankshaft sealing surface.

Notice: Remove the rear crankshaft oil seal carefully in order to avoid nicking the crankshaft sealing surface.

8. Clean the gasket surfaces on the block and the seal retainer.

Tools Required

J 35621-A Seal Installer

Important: Whenever the seal retainer is removed, install a new retainer gasket and crankshaft rear oil seal.

1. Install the gasket to the block. Use sealant to hold the gasket in place.



2. Install the seal retainer.



3. Install the oil seal retainer screws and the nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the screws and the nuts to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .



5. Lubricate the inner and outer diameter of the seal with engine oil.
6. Install the seal on the J 35621-A .



7. Position the J 35621-A against the crankshaft. Thread the attaching screws into the tapped holes in the crankshaft.
8. Tighten the screws securely with a screwdriver. This will ensure that the seal is installed squarely over the crankshaft.
9. Turn the handle until it bottoms out.
10. Remove the J 35621-A .
11. Install the flywheel. Refer to Engine Flywheel Replacement .
12. Install the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transmission.