How do you remove and replace a rear seal on a 1997 4runner?

you need to pull the engine. Or if you are so inclined you can drop the tranny. Either way you need to get to the back of the engine and pull the starter plate off the crankshaft. Then remove the old seal and install a new one. When removing the old one just be careful not to scratch the surfaces on the crankshaft. You should be able to slide a pry bar under it ho and get it out. When reinstalling the new one lube it well as recommended. Jonathon