Civic EX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1997)
Oil Pan: Service and Repair
OIL PAN INSTALLATION
B16A2, D16Y7 Engines:
1. Apply liquid gasket on the oil pump and right side cover mating areas as shown below.
NOTE:
-
Use liquid gasket, part No. 08718-0001 or 08718-0003.
-
Check that the mating surfaces are clean and dry before applying liquid gasket.
-
Apply liquid gasket as an even bead, centered between the edges of the mating surface.
-
To prevent oil leakage, apply liquid gasket to the inner threads of the bolt holes.
-
Do not install the parts if five minutes or more have elapsed since applying the liquid gasket. Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing the
old residue.
-
After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.