For 1990-2009 cars

• | Gasket reuse and applying sealants:

- | Do not reuse any gasket unless specified.

- | Gaskets that can be reused will be identified in the service procedure.

- | Do not apply sealant to any gasket or sealing surface unless called out in the service information.

• | Separating components:

- | Use a rubber mallet to separate components.

- | Tap the part sideways to loosen the components.

- | Only tap in the components at bends or reinforced areas to prevent distortion and/or damage.

• | Cleaning gasket surfaces:

- | Remove all gasket and sealing material from the part using a plastic or wood scraper (if required).

- | Care must be used to avoid gouging or scraping the sealing surfaces.

- | Do not use any other method or technique to remove sealant or gasket material from a part.

- | Do not use abrasive pads, sand paper, or power tools to clean the gasket surfaces.

• | These methods of cleaning can cause damage to the component sealing surfaces.

• | Abrasive pads also produce a fine grit that the oil filter cannot remove from the oil.

• | This grit is abrasive and has been known to cause internal engine damage.

• | Assembling components:

- | When assembling components, use only the sealant specified or equivalent in the service procedure.

- | Sealing surfaces should be clean and free of debris