how to remove and install rear main seal

1997 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
18,500 MILES
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ROBERT CARR
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transmission is out of vehicle
Oct 4, 2011 at 5:17 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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you need to remove the oil pan from the engine. Once out, the seal will come off and then replace it. Make sure to place a thin film of oil on the new seal.
Oct 4, 2011 at 5:18 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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No need to remove oil pan one piece seal ues awl punch hole use small slide hammer with screw extractor to pull out seal
Oct 4, 2011 at 5:29 PM
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