Engine Lubrication System: Application Nissan Altima L31

Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

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1. Using a scraper, remove the old RTV Silicone Sealant adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface. Remove the RTV Silicone Sealant completely from the groove of the gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Clean the gasket application surface and the mating surface thoroughly to remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
3. Install the RTV Silicone Sealant tube into the tube presser. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to «RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS»(ref-177331-S04337218152005052600000) .
4. Apply the RTV Silicone Sealant without breaks to the specified area with the specified dimensions. If there is a groove for the RTV Silicone Sealant application, apply the Sealant to the groove. As for the bolt holes, normally apply the gasket inside the holes. If specified, it should be applied outside the holes. Make sure to read the instructions in this manual. Within five minutes of RTV Silicone Sealant application, install the mating component. If the RTV Silicone Sealant protrudes, wipe it off immediately. Do not retighten after the installation. After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill the engine with the correct oil and coolant. Refer to RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .