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Camshaft Oil Seal: Service and Repair





REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine drive belts.
2. Remove the timing belt cover.
3. Remove the timing belt.

Cam Drive Sprocket Removal:






4. Use the multi-purpose Cam and Auxiliary Shaft Sprocket Tool T74P-6256-B or equivalent to remove the cam drive sprocket from the camshaft.
5. Remove the camshaft front seal by positioning the Front Cover Seal Remover T74P-6700-B or equivalent to the seal.

NOTE: When positioning this tool, ensure the jaws are gripping the thin edge of the seal very tightly before operating the jack-screw portion of the tool.

INSTALLATION
1. Place the seal on the front of the camshaft by hand.

Cam And Auxiliary Shaft Seal Replacer:






2. Using the Cam and Auxiliary Shaft Seal Replacer T74P-6150-A or equivalent, press the seal into the cylinder head.

NOTE: The Cam and Auxiliary Shaft Seal Replacer T74P- 6150-A or equivalent with stepped, threaded arbor acts as a press, using the internal threads of the shaft as a pilot.

3. After the camshaft seal is installed, install the camshaft sprocket using the multi-purpose Cam and Auxiliary Shaft Sprocket Tool T74P-6256-B or equivalent to help with the installation. Tighten camshaft sprocket bolt to 70-95 Nm (52-70 ft lb).

NOTE: Always use a new attaching bolt when replacing the camshaft sprocket or use Teflon or equivalent sealing tape on the threads of the old bolt.

4. Install the timing belt.
5. Install the timing belt cover and tighten bolts.
6. Install the engine drive belts.
7. Start the engine and check ignition timing.