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Oil Pan Installation Note

CAUTION:

If the bolts are reused, remove the old sealant from the bolt threads. Tightening a bolt that has old sealant on it can cause thread damage.

Fig 1: Identifying Outcome If Old Sealant Is Left On Bolt Threads

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Apply silicone sealant to the oil pan along the inside of the bolt holes and overlap the ends.
Thickness

2.0-3.0 mm {0.079-0.118 in}

Fig 2: Identifying Oil Pan Sealant Application (2.0L)
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Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pan Sealant Application (2.5L)
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