Oil Pan Gasket Installation Note (AJ)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Apply silicone sealant to the cylinder block as shown in the figure.
Dot diameter

10 mm {0.39 in}

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Sealant To Cylinder Block
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.