Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

A: INSPECTION
Make sure ATF does not leak from the joint of the transmission and propeller shaft. If so, replace oil seal.

B: REPLACEMENT
1. Set the vehicle on the lift.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Lift up the vehicle.
4. Clean transmission exterior.





5. Drain ATF completely.

NOTE: Tighten ATF drain plug after draining ATF.

Tightening torque: 25 Nm (2.5 kgf-m, 18.1 ft. lbs.)
6. Remove the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
7. Remove the heat shield cover.
8. Remove the propeller shaft.
9. Using ST, remove the oil seal.
ST 398527700 PULLER ASSY
10. Using ST, install the oil seal.
ST 498057300 INSTALLER
11. Install the propeller shaft.
12. Install the heat shield cover.
13. Install the rear exhaust pipe and muffler.
14. Pour ATF and check the ATF level.