Rear Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove transaxle.
3. Remove flywheel.
4. Remove rear plate, seal case and seal.
5. Using oil seal installer tool No. 09231-11000, or equivalent, press new seal into case, ensuring seal does not cock to one side.
6. Install seal case and new gasket, then coat seal lips with engine oil.
7. Install rear plate and flywheel.
8. Install transaxle.