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Coolant Line/Hose: Service and Repair

Water Passage Installation
1. Clean and dry the water passage mating surfaces.





2. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08718-0009, evenly to the cylinder block mating surface of the water passage and to the inner threads of the bolt holes.

NOTE: Do not install the parts if 5 minutes or more have elapsed since applying liquid gasket. Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing old residue.





3. Install the water passage (A) with a new O-ring (B).
4. After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.