OIL SEAL INSPECTION

1. Measure the following two items using a vernier caliper.

• If either of the items exceeds the maximum specification, replace the oil seal.

(1) Width of area that contacts the oil seal lip.

Caution

• Measure the contact width around the complete perimeter.

Maximum contact width

0.5 mm {0.02 in}

(2) Circumferential width of any damage along the lip.

Maximum circumferential width of the oil seal lip

2.5 mm {0.098 in} or 10 nicks or more