Cooling System: Service Precautions

Liquid Gasket Application Procedure





a. Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil from these areas.
b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces. (Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant Part No. 999 MPA7007 or equivalent.)
- For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 4.0 to 5.0 mm (0. 157 to 0. 197 inch) .
- For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0 to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0. 118 inch) .





c. Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless otherwise specified).
d. Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
e. Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine coolant.