OEM 2004 Toyota Corolla Crankshaft Seal

2004 Toyota Corolla Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace a crankshaft seal on 2004 Toyota Corolla?

  A: The replacement process of crankshaft main bearing seal starts by removing both the manual transaxle assembly and automatic transaxle assembly. The first step requires removing 6 bolts from the clutch cover assembly before proceeding to remove the clutch disc assembly together with the flywheel sub-assembly. detach the flywheel by using the Special Service Tool: 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-01000) to fasten the crankshaft and then disassemble the 8 bolts. Symmetrically uninstall both automatic transaxle drive plate and ring gear sub-assembly components. Use a knife to cut the oil seal lip before removing it with a tape-wrapped screwdriver when inspecting the crankshaft for damage while repairing it with sandpaper (#400). A new engine rear oil seal installation requires MP grease application to the lip while keeping it clean from foreign substances followed by Special Service Tool: 09223-15020, 09950-70010 (09951-07100) use for tapping it until it reaches the rear oil seal retainer edge. Finish by wiping off any remaining grease. Device 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-01000) allows the crankshaft installation before applying adhesive (Part No. 0933-00070, THREE BOND or equivalent) to bolts. Uniform bolt tightening to 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.) occurs sequentially while marking bolts with paint and additional 90% retightening. Mount the clutch disc assembly by means of tool 09301-00210 before placing the clutch cover assembly. Tighten the attachment between the drive plate and ring gear by first repositioning the crankshaft through Special Service Tool: 09960-10010 (09962-01000, 09963-01000). Then thoroughly cleanse every bolt and hole before applying adhesive (Part No. 09330-00070, THREE BOND or equivalent) and using a 88 Nm torque (897 kgf-cm, 65 ft. lbs.) on each bolt while applying it in a sequential order. Close by replacing the manual transaxle assembly together with the automatic transaxle assembly.