Oil Seal Inspection

OIL SEAL INSPECTION
1. Measure the following two items using a vernier caliper.
^ If either of the items exceeds the maximum specification, replace the oil seal.





1) Width of area that contacts the oil seal lip.

Caution
^ Measure the contact width around the complete perimeter.

Maximum contact width
0.5 mm (0.02 in)





2) Circumferential width of any damage along the lip.

Maximum circumferential width of the oil seal lip
2.5 mm (0.098 in) or 10 nicks or more