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Seal Ring Installation Note

CAUTION:
  • If installation is performed without using the SST, the seal ring will be damaged and deformed, resulting in an incorrect installation. Always use the SST to install the seal ring.
  1. Temporarily install the seal ring to the pipe so that the seal ring is even with the flange.
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Seal Ring
    G05981027Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the SST to the seal ring so that the SST is even with the flange.
  4. Fig 2: Identifying SST On Flange
    G05981028Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Press in the seal ring by tapping the SST using a plastic hammer until the seal ring contacts the flange.
Fig 3: Tapping SST Using Plastic Hammer
G05981029Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.