Selector Shaft Seal Replace Help!

[minimc]

Hi, Can anyone provide me with a procedure on how to replace a selector shaft seal on a 998 autobox? I have a 1993 Jap spec 998 carburated auto mini. Any photos to go with the procedure would be very helpful. There are serveral strings that talk about this issue on this forum but nothing that I could find that really spells it out in detail. Thank you in advance for any help!I am located in Florida.
Miguel
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[mra-minis]

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Hi Miguel

The simplest way is to jack up the RHS of you mini and support on an axle stand or similar for safety

Remove the selector cover (2 x1/2” AF hex headed bolts)
And the cover will drop down

In your case you should be able to remove the small spring clip holding the selector quadrant in place

Now lightly grip the edge of the “cotton reel” (using smooth pliers or grips) and undo the 1/4” unf nut (7/16” AF) once removed then pull off the cotton reel

Clean away any dirt and oil from around the seal

Remove the seal clip by careful use of a hook tool or small flat screwdriver

Using a slightly larger screwdriver prise out the seal

Clean away any dirt and oil that is left

And using a deep socket (unless you have the special seal fitting tool) press the new seal in to position

Refit the clip

Refit the cotton reel and but

Then refit the selector quadrant chrck cable adjustment and fit cover

Now start up and check for oil leakage,

Now enjoy 👍🏻😊

[limby2000]

Perhaps this should be a pinned post Martin, as this as it seems to be a recurring question,one of the many common leak points.

[mra-minis]

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I'm not a fan of pinned posts as I believe they contract the forum by stopping discussion, what do you think ?