Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

Using suitable tool (A), remove old liquid gasket sticking to the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface.

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- Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove sticking moisture, grease and foreign materials.
Attach liquid gasket tube to the suitable tool.

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Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant, or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .

Apply liquid gasket without gaps to the specified location according to the specified dimensions.

If there is a groove for liquid gasket application, apply liquid gasket to the groove.

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 article.

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(A)	: Groove
	: Inside

Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.
If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
Do not retighten 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 the procedures contained in this article concerning liquid gasket application, observe them.