Front Crankshaft Oil Seal (For Hatchback) Removal

Loosen bolts A and B.

Release the fan and generator V belt tension and remove the fan and generator V belt.

Place a wooden block on a jack underneath the engine.

Remove the 4 bolts, 2 nuts and the engine mounting insulator sub-assembly RH.

Set the No. 1 cylinder to TDC/compression.

1. Turn the crankshaft damper sub-assembly, and align its timing notch with timing mark "0" of the oil pump.
   

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   *a	Timing Notch





2. Check that the timing marks on the camshaft timing sprocket and the camshaft timing gear are all facing upward as shown in the illustration.
   

   Text in Illustration

   *a	Timing Marks

   If not, turn the crankshaft 1 complete revolution (360°) and align the marks as above.
   

Using SST, loosen the bolt while holding the crankshaft damper sub-assembly.

SST

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09330-00021(09330-00030)

NOTICE:

Check the SST installation positions when installing them, to avoid the SST fixing bolts from coming into contact with the oil pump assembly.

Remove the SSTs and the bolt.

Remove the crankshaft damper sub-assembly.

Using a knife, cut off the oil seal lip.

Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, pry out the oil seal.

NOTICE:

After removing, check the crankshaft for damage. If damaged, smooth the surface with 400-grit sandpaper.