53. Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection

Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection





Note:

* Do not use the crankshaft front oil seal again. Install a NEW crankshaft front oil seal during assembly.

* Do not use the front cover-to-engine block gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.

* Do not use the camshaft position (CMP) actuator magnet gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.

1. Clean the cover in solvent. Remove the sealant from the cover oil pan surface. Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets Replacing Engine Gaskets.

Warning:
Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Warning Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Warning.


2. Dry the cover with compressed air.

3. Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces (1, 4) for excessive scratches or gouging.

4. Inspect the threaded bolt holes (2, 3) for damaged threads or debris.