Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Precaution for Liquid Gasket

Removal of liquid gasket

• After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface and remove the old liquid gasket using tool.

Tool number : kv10111100 (j-37228)

Caution:

Do not damage the mating surfaces.

• Tap the seal cutter to insert it (1).
• In areas where the tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it (2).

Liquid gasket application procedure

1. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.

• Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.

2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.

3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the suitable tool.

   Use genuine rtv silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to gi-21, "recommended chemical products and sealants".

4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.

3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the suitable tool.

   Use genuine rtv silicone sealant or equivalent. Refer to gi-21, "recommended chemical products and sealants".

4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.

• If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply the liquid gasket to the groove.
• Normally apply the liquid gasket on the inside edge of the bolt holes. Also apply to the outside edge of the bolt holes when specified in the procedure.
• Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.
• If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
• Do not retighten after the installation.
• Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the engine with oil or coolant.

Caution:

If there are more specific instructions in the procedures contained in this manual concerning liquid gasket application, observe them.