I am repairing my sister's 1995 Dodge Neon, SOHC Vin C engine with a leaking rear main seal. Car has 168,000 miles on the original seal so I consider myself lucky, the cylinder compression is perfect as well!!!
What I'd like to know is if there are any special considerations for this engine when installing a rear main seal.
Do I need any special tools for this one? I see the rear main seal is not in a carrier, but is pressed into the block. How do I properly remove, then install the seal?
The factory unit has teflon, I hear. How is that arranged, on the seal or where it mates to the block (both)? The NAPA replacement part does not appear to have any teflon, more of a standard brownish/orange polymer that I am familar with from the other engines I have worked on. Any thoughts or considerations on this?
Anything else to consider when removing the transmission, any tips or tricks to make it move along more quickly?
Thanks! :)