Oil Seal (Change Rod Assembly)

1. Drain the transaxle oil.
2. Remove the transverse member.
3. Disconnect the change control rod from the transaxle.
4. Remove the joint and boot from the change rod assembly.




5. Remove the oil seal by using a screwdriver.




6. Apply the specified oil to the lip of the oil seal.
7. Install the new oil seal by using a suitable pipe.

Outer diameter of pipe: 26.0 mm (1.02 in)




8. Position the boot hole downward, and install the boot onto the oil seal.
9. Install the joint to the change rod assembly.

Tightening torque: 16 - 22 N-m (1.6 - 2.3 kgf-m, 12 - 16 ft-lbf)

10. Cover the change rod assembly with the boot hole facing downward.
11. Install the change control rod.
12. Install the transverse member.
13. Add the specified amount and type of transaxle oil. Service and Repair