(Front Seal)

Transmission Housing Oil Seal Replacement (Front Seal)

^ Tools Required
- J 38801 Input Seal Installer

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the transmission.
2. Remove the 2 clutch actuator bolts.
3. Remove the clutch actuator from the input shaft.





4. Remove the 6 bolts from the front bearing retainer. Carefully remove the front bearing retainer.





5. Remove the seal from the front bearing retainer by using a hammer and a punch.
6. Remove the old gasket material from the front bearing retainer.

Installation Procedure

Important: Inspect the bearing retainer for any nicks or cracks that may result in a leak. Replace as necessary.





1. Place the seal in the front bearing retainer.
2. Using the J 38801 install the seal.





3. Apply RTV gasket material to the inboard side of the bearing retainer.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





4. Install the front bearing retainer and the 6 bolts to the transmission.





^ Tighten the 6 bearing retainer bolts to 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the clutch actuator and the bolts.
^ Tighten the clutch actuator bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
6. Install the transmission.