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Oil leak on rear plate on back of engine

I purchased a remain engine for my 2002 Subaru Outback 2.5 engine.I installed the new rear main seal.On the right side of the rear of the engine there is a metal plate with 6 screws.When I started the engine I noticed an oil leak from that side.I pulled the engien back out and it looked as if it was leaking.the rear main was dry.What is the plate(cover)for and how is the best way to seal it?

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