Rear Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair

Removal
1. Deform oil seal at crankcase cutout using a drift or a cross-cut chisel and lever out with a screwdriver.

Installation
1. Checking sealing lip running surface on crankshaft.
2. Clean oil seal seating surface in crankcase. If required, deburr outer edge with a scraper and remove burrs.





3. Coat running surface for sealing lip with oil and install oil seal with assembly tool 9517/1 and thrust piece 9517 special tools.





NOTE: The oil seal must be pressed in until it is recessed 2 mm below the flange of the crankcase.