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OIL SEAL INSPECTION

BHE011011B10E05

1. Measure the following two items using a vernier caliper.

  • If either of the items exceeds the maximum specification, replace the oil seal.
  (1) Width of area that contacts the oil seal lip.

  Caution

  • Measure the contact width around the complete perimeter.

  Maximum contact width
  0.5 mm {0.02 in}

  (2) Circumferential width of any damage along the lip.

  Maximum circumferential width of the oil seal lip
  2.5 mm {0.098 in} or 10 nicks or more