Removal Of Liquid Gasket Sealing

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After removing the mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface using a seal cutter and remove the sealant.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
In areas where the cutter is difficult to use, use a plastic hammer to lightly tap the area where the sealant is applied.
CAUTION: If for some unavoidable reason a tool such as a flat-bladed screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

Fig 1: Separating Mating Surfaces Using Seal Cutter
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.