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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 43442 Flywheel Holder


    Object Number: 539966  Size: SH

    Important: Engine flywheel and crankshaft rear oil seal removal requires adequate space for removal. Mount the engine on a suitable engine stand which will properly space the engine in order to use the J 42841-A to remove the crankshaft rear oil seal. If necessary remove the engine flywheel and crankshaft rear oil seal with the engine properly supported on the floor or on a bench.

  1. Remove the J 43442 , turn around and install the J 43442 .
  2. Loosen the eight engine flywheel bolts.
  3. Remove seven of the eight engine flywheel bolts leaving one bolt at the top of the crankshaft rotation.

  4. Object Number: 539966  Size: SH
  5. Remove the J 43442 .

  6. Object Number: 233836  Size: SH

    Important: Do not drop the engine flywheel when removing the final bolt.

  7. Grip the engine flywheel and remove the remaining bolt.