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Reassembly - Front Side of Rotor

  1. Place front rotor on a soft surface (front side upward). Install upper and lower apex seals (without springs). Side piece end is positioned to rear side of rotor. Install new soft seal into corner seal. Install corner seal spring. See Figure .
    NOTE: Improperly installed apex seals may result in poor gas sealing performance.
  2. Install corner seal, with chamfered surface facing bottom of groove. Install side seal springs and seals with painted surface facing bottom of groove. Ensure smooth movement of each corner and side seal by lightly pressing them. Apply petroleum jelly to side seals.