Sealing the cover
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Check that the mating surface for the cover is level.
Wipe the cleaned mating surfaces on the cover and transmission. Use denatured alcohol.
NOTE:
Ensure that no dirt gets into the transmission.
Apply a bead of sealing compound, approximately 3 mm thick, to the cover. P/N 1161409-6. Apply the compound around the screw holes.