Form-In-Place Gasket (FIPG)

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This transaxle has several areas where the form-in-place gasket (FIPG) is used for sealing. To ensure that the FIPG fully serves its purpose, it is necessary to observe some precautions when applying it. Bead size, continuity and location are of paramount importance.

Too thin a bead could cause leaks. Too thick a bead, on the other hand, could be squeezed out of location, causing blocking or narrowing of fluid passages. To prevent leaks or blocking of passages, therefore, it is absolutely necessary to apply the FIPG evenly without a break, while observing the correct bead size.

FIPG hardens as it reacts with the moisture in the atmospheric air, and it is usually used for sealing metallic flange areas.

CAUTION: When re-applying liquid gasket (FIPG), be sure that:

Residues of FIPG are cleared from all the ins and outs of parts;
Surfaces to be coated with FIPG are wiped clean carefully with a quick-drying degreaser like isopropyl alcohol.
FIPG is correctly applied in accordance with FIPG Application.