3. Before removing the seal, it is veryimportant that the clearance between the seal and the outside edge of the retainer or blockis checked. Use a small ruler or caliper and record the distance. The new seal must not be driven in past this measurement.
4. The seal can be replaced without removing the oil pan or seal retainer (if equipped). Use a screwdriver to carefully pry the seal out (see illustration).
i.4 Carefully pry the oil seal out with a seal removal tool or a screwdriver (don’t nick or scratch the crankshaft, or the new seal will be damaged and leaks will develop)
5. Apply a film of clean oil to the crankshaftseal journal and the lip of the new seal and carefully tap the seal into place. The lip is stiff, so carefully work it onto the seal journal of the crankshaft with a smooth object like the end of a socket extension (see illustration). Tap the seal into the retainer with a seal driver.
i.5 Lubricate the journal and the seal lip with multi-purpose grease and carefully work the seal over the journal with a smooth, blunt object
6. The remaining steps are the reverse of removal.
