Mazda 3 Service Manual: Oil Seal Replacement [FS5 A EL]

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Engine / Lubrication / Oil Seal Replacement [FS5 A EL]

1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No. 2..

2. Remove the oil seal.

a. Drain the ATF..

b. Remove the drive shaft and/or joint shaft..

CAUTION:

The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal.

c. Remove the oil seal using a flathead screwdriver.

3. Using the SSTs and a hammer, tap a new oil seal in evenly until the SST (body) contacts the transaxle case.

4. Coat the lip of the oil seal with ATF.

5. Install the drive shaft and/or joint shaft..

6. Add the ATF..

7. Install the aerodynamic under cover No. 2..

8. Perform the “Mechanical System Test”..

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