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Oil Pan Assembly Note

Oil Pan Assembly Note





1. Apply silicone sealant to the mating faces as indicated in the figure.

Dot diameter
10 mm (0.39 in)

2. Install the oil pan with a new gasket.





3. Install the bolts and studs as indicated in the figure.





4. Align the cylinder block and the rear face of the oil pan using the straight edge.





5. Tighten the bolts and studs in the order indicated in the figure.

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