Liquid Gasket Application Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using a scraper, remove the old sealant adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface.
- Remove the sealant completely from the groove of the gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
- Completely clean the gasket application surface and the mating surface to remove all of the adhering moisture, grease, and foreign materials.
- Attach the sealant tube to the tube presser.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant, or equivalent.
- Apply the sealant without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
- 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, it should be applied outside the holes. Make sure to read the text in this manual.
- Within five minutes of sealant application, install the mating component.
- If the sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten after the installation.
- Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before filling the engine with oil and coolant.
CAUTION: Follow all specific instructions in this article .