Engine - Repeat Rear Main Seal Replacement

Section Title: Engine
TSB No. TS 03 05073

Division: Automotive
Category: Technical

SUBJECT:
REAR MAIN OIL SEAL INSTALLATION TOOLS

MODEL(S):
SIDEKICK SPORT 1.8 - VITARA SQ420, GRAND VITARA SQ 625, XL-7 JA627, AND AERIO RH420 ENGINES

YEAR:
1996-1998 SIDEKICK SPORT - 1999-2003 VITARA SQ420, GRAND VITARA SQ 625, XL-7 JA627, AND 2002-2003 AERIO RH420

CONDITION:

Repeat Rear Main Oil Seal Replacement.

CAUSE:

The proper installation tools are not used to install seal.

CORRECTION:





Use the recommended oil seal guide and installer as referenced in the applicable service manual. (See illustration)





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