Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

Using a scraper (A), remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface.
- Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.

Fig 1: Removing Liquid Gasket
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Attach liquid gasket tube to the tube presser (commercial service tool).
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ".
Apply liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
- If there is a groove for liquid gasket application, apply liquid gasket to the groove.
  
  Fig 2: Applying Liquid Gasket
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- As for bolt holes (B), normally apply liquid gasket inside the holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes. Check to read the text of this Service Information.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Bolt Hole And Groove
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- Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.
- If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten mounting bolts or nuts after the installation.
- After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION: If there are specific instructions in this Service Information, observe them.