Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

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Using a scraper, remove the old sealant adhering to the mating surfaces.
- Remove the sealant completely from the groove of the mating surfaces, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Scraper
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Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove all adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
Attach the sealant tube to Tool.
- Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
Apply the sealant without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions using Tool.
1. Tool number :WS39930000(-)
  
  Fig 2: Applying Sealant
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- If there is a groove for the sealant application, apply the sealant to the groove.
- As for the bolt holes, normally apply the sealant inside the holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be applied outside the holes.
- Within five minutes of sealant application, install the mating component.
- If the sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten after the installation.
- After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill the engine with the specified oil and coolant.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Groove
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  
  CAUTION: If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.