Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

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Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.
- Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
Thoroughly clean to remove moisture, grease and foreign material from the mating surfaces.

Fig 1: Removing Moisture, Grease And Foreign Material From Mating Surfaces Using Scraper Tool
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Attach the liquid gasket tube to the Tool.
Tool number: WS39930000 (-)

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.

Fig 2: Applying Liquid Gasket
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- If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply the liquid gasket to the groove.
- Normally apply the liquid gasket on the inside edge of the bolt holes. Also apply to the outside edge of the bolt holes when specified in the procedure.
- Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.
- If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
- Do not retighten after the installation.
- Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the engine with oil or coolant.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Bolt Hole And Groove
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  CAUTION: Carefully follow all of the warnings, cautions, notes, and procedures contained in this service information.