Engine Lubrication: Service and Repair
Precautions for Liquid GasketREMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING
^ After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface using a seal cutter and remove the sealant.
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 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 sealant adhering to the mating surface.
^ Remove the sealant completely from the groove, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surface removing any adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the sealant tube to the tube presser. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS".
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 sealant to the groove.
^ As for the bolt holes, normally apply the sealant inside the holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes.
^ Within five minutes of sealant application, install the mating component.
^ If the sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
^ Do not retighten after the installation.
^ After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill the engine with the proper oil and coolant. Refer to "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS".