Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

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Install oil cooler into the tank (A/T model only).
NOTE: Pay attention to direction of conical washer.

Fig 1: Installing Oil Cooler Into Tank (A/T Model Only)
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Clean contact portion of tank.

Fig 2: Cleaning Contact Portion Of Tank
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Install sealing rubber gasket by pushing it into the tank groove with your fingers.
CAUTION: Be careful not to twist sealing rubber gasket.

Fig 3: Installing Sealing Rubber Gasket
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Crimp tank in specified sequence with Tool.

Fig 4: Crimping Tank In Specified Sequence With Tool
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Fig 5: Locating Crimping Correct Method
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- Use pliers in the locations where Tool cannot be used.
Fig 6: Using Pliers In Locations Where Tool Cannot Be Used
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Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.
1. Standard height "H" : 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
Confirm that there is no leakage. Refer to , "INSPECTION ".

Fig 7: Locating Sealing Rubber Dimension
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