- Remove the flywheel. Refer to Flywheel Removal.
Notice: Do not damage the crankshaft surface when prying out the crankshaft
rear oil seal.
- Remove the crankshaft rear oil seal. Pry the crankshaft rear oil seal out
with a suitable pry tool.
- Clean the crankshaft rear oil seal to engine block mating surface.
- Inspect the following areas:
• | Inspect the seal bore for nicks |
• | Inspect the seal bore for burrs |
• | Inspect the seal mating surface on the crankshaft for nicks |