NOTE:
The crankshaft rear oil seal is integral to the crankshaft rear oil seal retainer and must be replaced as an assembly.
NOTE:
The crankshaft rear oil seal retainer can not be reused after removal.
NOTE:
This procedure can be performed in vehicle.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (1).
2. Remove the automatic transmission. Refer to REMOVAL . If equipped, remove the manual transmission. Refer to REMOVAL.
3. Remove the flexplate (1) or flywheel. Refer to FLEXPLATE, REMOVAL.
4. Remove the oil pan. Refer to PAN, OIL, REMOVAL.
5. Using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the rear oil seal retainer mounting bolts.
6. Remove and discard the rear oil seal retainer.