Liquid Gasket Application Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Nissan NV3500 HD, 2019 Nissan NV2500 HD, and 2019 Nissan NV1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the old liquid gasket from the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.
- Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
- Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove moisture, grease and foreign materials.
- Attach liquid gasket tube to suitable tool.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants .
- Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
- If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply the liquid gasket to the groove.
- Apply the liquid gasket to the inner side of the bolt holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be applied outside the bolt holes.
- Install the mating component within five minutes of the liquid gasket application.
- If the liquid gasket protrudes wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten nuts or bolts after the installation.
- Wait 30 minutes or more after installation, before refilling the engine with engine oil and engine coolant.
- If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply the liquid gasket to the groove.
CAUTION:
If there are more specific instructions in the procedures contained in this information concerning liquid gasket application, observe them.