Fuel Delivery and Air Induction: Service Precautions

O-ring Installation

NOTE:
- To prevent O-ring contamination, be sure O-rings and mating surfaces are clean just before assembly.
- Install O-rings with clean hands. Do not install O-rings while wearing fibrous gloves.
- Do not twist O-rings.




1. Wrap vinyl tape around the threads, and coat the surface of the tape with silicone oil.

NOTE: Wrap the vinyl tape (A) so that there is no stepped portion.




2. Install the O-ring (A) into the groove. Be careful not damage the sealing face of the O-ring.
3. Using a small brush, apply silicone oil to the outer surface of the O-ring.
4. Remove the vinyl tape.