Engine Front Cover Installation Note

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Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- Install the engine front cover within 10 min of applying the silicone sealant.
- Silicone sealant is not needed in the area indicated by C as shown in the figure as it is a seal.
Thickness

A: 2.0-3.0 mm {0.079-0.118 in}

B: 1.5-2.5 mm {0.059-0.098 in}

Fig 1: Locating Areas For Silicon Sealant Application
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Install the engine front cover bolts in the order as shown in the figure.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Bolt No.	Tightening Torque
1-18	8.0-11.5 N.m {81.6-117.2 kgf.cm, 70.9-101.7 in.lbf}
19-22	40-55 N.m {4.1-5.6 kgf.m, 29.7-40.5 ft.lbf}

Fig 2: Installation Sequence Of Engine Front Cover Bolts

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