Modification To Timing-Case Cover Seal From Mid-2010

Information 

• A modified metal seal has been used for the timing-case cover since mid-2010  .
• The modified metal seal has an open cut-out on the side for applying sealant instead of the closed top opening. 
• Existing metal seals can be used up. 
• The sealant must be applied along the new contour as shown in the illustration. 
• The small, closed top openings are filled with sealant in the familiar way  .
  Fig 1: Identifying Sealant Application Area On Timing-Case Cover

  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

1. 1, 2  - Sealant application next to the metal seal on the timing-case cover
2. 3, 4  - Sealant application in the opening in the metal seal on the timing-case cover
3. 5, 6  - Sealant application in the opening in the metal seal on the timing-case cover
4. 7, 8  - Sealant application next to the metal seal on the timing-case cover
   Fig 2: Identifying Sealant Application Area On Chain Tensioner Right Cylinder Bank

   Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
   Fig 3: Identifying Sealant Application Area On Left Cylinder Bank

   Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.