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Extension Case Oil Seal: Replacement

  1. Release the parking brake.
  2. Release the shift lock using a screwdriver, etc. to shift the select lever to the "N" range.
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  3. Remove the center exhaust pipe (rear). Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>REMOVAL .
  4. Clean the transmission exterior.
  5. Remove the propeller shaft. Ref. to PROPELLER SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT/AXLE>PROPELLER SHAFT>REMOVAL .
  6. Using a screwdriver or ST (PULLER ASSY), remove the oil seal trying not to damage the extension case.
  7. Install a new oil seal using ST (INSTALLER).
    CAUTION: Before installing oil seals, apply sufficient amount of CVTF to avoid damage and deformation.
  8. Install the propeller shaft. Ref. to PROPELLER SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT/AXLE>PROPELLER SHAFT>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the center exhaust pipe (rear). Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>CENTER EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
  10. Adjust the CVTF level and check there is no leakage. Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>CVTF>ADJUSTMENT .