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Item 16: Lower Block Cradle Gasket Removal Note

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    NOTE: Gasket material as well as silicone sealant may be present in the cavities in the main bearing cap. This material must be removed completely prior to assembly.
    Fig 1: Cleaning Sealant From Cavities On Rear Main Bearing Cap
    G03180625Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Clean the sealant from the cavities on the rear main bearing cap.