Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation





1) Remove propeller shaft.
2) Using flat end rod or the like, remove oil seal (1).





3) Using special tool (A) and plastic hammer, press fit new oil seal (1) into extension case (2) till oil seal (1) contacts stepped part of extension case (2) as shown. Be sure to apply grease to oil seal lip.





4) Clean and inspect sliding portion of propeller shaft front end (where oil seal contacts) before installation and if even small dent or scratch exists, correct and clean it again. Then apply grease inside splines of propeller shaft.
5) Install propeller shaft.