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Cleaning Procedure

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  1. Ensure proper use of room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) sealant. Refer to Use of Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) and Anaerobic Sealant
  2. Remove any old thread sealant, gasket material or sealant using EN-28410  remover.
  3. Clean all the following areas with solvent:
    • Sealing surfaces
    • Cooling passages
    • Oil passages
    • Bearing journals
  4. Clean all threaded and through holes with solvent.
  5. WARNING:

    Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

  6. Dry the engine block with compressed air.