Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Side Oil Seal
REMOVAL
1. Remove the drive shaft from the transaxle body.





2. Remove oil seal with a slotted screwdriver.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the case surface when removing the oil seal.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. Check the transaxle oil level after installation.








^ Using Tool (drift), drive the oil seal straight in until it protrudes from the case end equal to dimension "A" as shown.
Dimension "A" : Within 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) flush with case.

CAUTION:
^ When installing oil seals, apply multi-purpose grease to oil seal lips.
^ Oil seals are not reusable. Never reuse them.
^ Check the transaxle oil level after installation.