Engine Front Cover Cleaning and Inspection (RPO LY6/L76/L92)
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- 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.
- Clean the cover in solvent. Remove the sealant from the cover oil pan surface. Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets .
- Dry the cover with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces (1, 4) for excessive scratches or gouging.
- Inspect the threaded bolt holes (2, 3) for damaged threads or debris.
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CAUTION:
Refer to Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Caution
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