Liquid Gasket Application Procedure

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Use a scraper to remove all traces of old liquid gasket from mating surfaces and grooves. Also, completely clean any oil from these areas.
Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surfaces. (Use Genuine RTV silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .)
- For oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 4.0 to 5.0 mm (0.157 to 0.197 in).
- For areas except oil pan, be sure liquid gasket diameter is 2.0 to 3.0 mm (0.079 to 0.118 in).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Liquid Gasket Application Procedure (1 Of 2)
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Apply liquid gasket around the inner side of bolt holes (unless otherwise specified).
Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil and engine coolant.

Fig 2: Identifying Liquid Gasket Application Procedure (2 Of 2)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.