Engine Lubrication: Service and Repair

REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING







After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface using a seal cutter and remove the liquid gasket sealing.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic hammer to lightly tap the areas where the RTV Silicone Sealant is applied.

CAUTION: If for some unavoidable reason a tool such as a flat-bladed screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.








LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using a scraper, remove the old RTV Silicone Sealant adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface.
Remove the RTV Silicone Sealant completely from the groove of the gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.

2. Thoroughly clean the gasket application surface and the mating surface removing any adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the RTV Silicone Sealant tube to the tube presser.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent.







4. Apply the sealant without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
If there is a groove for the sealant application, apply the gasket to the groove.







- As for the bolt holes, normally apply the gasket inside the holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes.
- Within five minutes of gasket application, install the mating component.
- If the RTV Silicone Sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten after the installation.
- Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before filling the engine with oil and coolant.

CAUTION: Follow all specific instructions.